1971 Austin 3 vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 40 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1971 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 425 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.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Austin 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X3 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 3 | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 3 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |
