1967 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2003 BMW 330 is newer by 36 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 330 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 281 kg more than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 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, 2003 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. (221 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin 3-Litre | 2003 BMW 330 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | 3-Litre | 330 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |