2007 BMW X3 vs. 1966 Innocenti A 40
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Innocenti A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Innocenti A 40 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1966 Innocenti A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Innocenti A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW X3 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1966 Innocenti A 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Innocenti |
| Model | X3 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2220 mm |
