2003 BMW X3 vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2003 BMW X3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 BMW X3. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 185 kg more than 2003 BMW X3. 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 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X3. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X3 | 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | X3 | Toronado |
Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 108 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 91 L |