1971 BMW 3 vs. 1995 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 24 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 BMW 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker 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, 1971 BMW 3 (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1995 Chevrolet Tracker | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 3 | Tracker |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2210 mm |
