2003 BMW X3 vs. 1977 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 BMW X3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corona 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1977 Toyota Corona. 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 1977 Toyota Corona. 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X3 | 1977 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X3 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
