1971 BMW 3 vs. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 29 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 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (549 HP) has 349 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 Porsche Carrera GT.
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, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (271 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 2000 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 3 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 549 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
