1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2008 BMW 330

To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. 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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin 3-Litre.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Austin 3-Litre 2008 BMW 330
Make Austin BMW
Model 3-Litre 330
Year Released 1968 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2912 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 124 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 219 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 1525 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 60 L


 

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