2007 BMW X3 vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 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 160 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 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 (306 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X3 | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X3 | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |