1969 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 3-Litre.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Austin 3-Litre (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1969 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 3-Litre | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 3-Litre | 335 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2496 cc |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
