2007 BMW X3 vs. 1974 Toyota Century
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Century (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Century weights approximately 25 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 1974 Toyota Century. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Century. (271 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1974 Toyota Century | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X3 | Century |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2870 mm |
