2003 BMW X3 vs. 1973 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2003 BMW X3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X3 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. (140 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X3 | 1973 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | X3 | Victor |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
