1971 BMW 3 vs. 1984 BMW M6
To start off, 1984 BMW M6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW M6 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1971 BMW 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, 1984 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1984 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW 3 | 1984 BMW M6 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 3 | M6 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |