1971 Austin 3 vs. 2001 BMW 740
To start off, 2001 BMW 740 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Austin 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Austin 3 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1971 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 740 weights approximately 292 kg more than 1971 Austin 3. 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, 2001 BMW 740 (410 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 3. (218 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 3 | 2001 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 3 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |
