2003 BMW X3 vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 2003 BMW X3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X3 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW X3 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X3 | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X3 | Comodoro |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
