1967 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2000 BMW 323
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (168 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 94 kg more than 2000 BMW 323.
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, 2000 BMW 323 (245 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. (221 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. 2000 BMW 323 has automatic transmission and 1967 Austin 3-Litre has manual transmission. 1967 Austin 3-Litre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 323 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 3-Litre | 2000 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 3-Litre | 323 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
