2005 BMW X3 vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 BMW X3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X3 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X3 weights approximately 903 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 BMW X3 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X3 | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X3 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |
