2007 BMW X3 vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X3 | Comodoro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
