2008 BMW X3 vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X3 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2340 mm |
