1971 Austin 3 vs. 2004 BMW 745
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 is newer by 33 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 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1971 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 535 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, 2004 BMW 745 (447 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 3. (218 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 3 | 2004 BMW 745 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 3 | 745 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 88 L |
