1970 Austin 3 vs. 2008 BMW 316
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Austin 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Austin 3 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Austin 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Austin 3 (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Austin 3 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Austin 3 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 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, 1970 Austin 3 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1970 Austin 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin 3 | 2008 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 3 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
