2008 BMW X3 vs. 1981 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 786 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corolla. 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 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corolla. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X3 | 1981 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X3 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |