1971 Austin 3 vs. 2006 BMW M3
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 35 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (355 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1971 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 80 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, 2006 BMW M3 (370 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Austin 3 | 2006 BMW M3 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | 3 | M3 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |