2007 BMW X3 vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Toyota Carina. 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 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina. 2007 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 1980 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1980 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X3 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
