1967 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2006 BMW 316
To start off, 2006 BMW 316 is newer by 39 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, 1967 Austin 3-Litre (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 59 kg more than 2006 BMW 316. 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, 1967 Austin 3-Litre (221 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1967 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin 3-Litre | 2006 BMW 316 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | 3-Litre | 316 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |