2007 BMW X3 vs. 1983 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1983 Toyota Camry. 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 1983 Toyota Camry. 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 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Camry. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1983 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X3 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
