2008 BMW X3 vs. 1963 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1963 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1963 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Vauxhall Victor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW X3 (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Vauxhall Victor. (109 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1963 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | X3 | Victor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 48 L |
