1971 BMW 3 vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 40 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 690 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, 2011 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3. 2011 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1971 BMW 3 has manual transmission. 1971 BMW 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 2011 BMW 750 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 3 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3071 mm |
