1971 BMW 3 vs. 2010 BMW 116
To start off, 2010 BMW 116 is newer by 39 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 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2010 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2010 BMW 116. 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, 1971 BMW 3 (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 2010 BMW 116 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 3 | 116 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |
