1971 BMW 3 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 41 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (620 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 15 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW 3 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 3 | 911 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4468 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2350 mm |