2006 BMW X3 vs. 1973 BMW Touring
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 895 kg more than 1973 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW X3 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 1973 BMW Touring | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X3 | Touring |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
