2007 BMW X3 vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (266 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 300 kg more than 2007 BMW X3. 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 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | X3 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 91 L |
