2003 BMW X3 vs. 1970 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 2003 BMW X3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Land Rover Serie II would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X3 (201 HP) has 134 more horse power than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW X3 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. 2003 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 1970 Land Rover Serie II has manual transmission. 1970 Land Rover Serie II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X3 | 1970 Land Rover Serie II | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | X3 | Serie II |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2284 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
