2008 BMW X3 vs. 1974 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Toledo 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 132 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 877 kg more than 1974 Triumph Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1974 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | X3 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 134 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 63 L |
