1968 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti IM 3.
Because 2010 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 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, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. 2010 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1968 Innocenti IM 3 has manual transmission. 1968 Innocenti IM 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Innocenti IM 3 | 2010 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Innocenti | BMW |
| Model | IM 3 | 550 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
