1971 BMW 3 vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon 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 18 more horse power than 2010 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Canyon.
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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW 3 | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 3 | Canyon |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |