2008 BMW X3 vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Fury. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Fury would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Fury. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 BMW X3.
Because 2008 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Plymouth Fury. 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 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Fury.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | X3 | Fury |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3060 mm |
