1971 BMW 3 vs. 1971 McLaren M8E
To start off, both 1971 BMW 3 and 1971 McLaren M8E were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 McLaren M8E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 McLaren M8E (622 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 McLaren M8E should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 558 kg more than 1971 McLaren M8E.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1971 McLaren M8E | |
| Make | BMW | McLaren |
| Model | 3 | M8E |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 6997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 622 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 822 kg |
