1954 BMW 340 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 BMW 340 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1954 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 380 kg more than 1954 BMW 340. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 BMW 340 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 340 | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2810 mm |
