2010 BMW X3 vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 1979 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW X3 | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X3 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4569 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1676 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2797 mm | 2410 mm |
