1972 BMW 3 vs. 2006 BMW 316
To start off, 2006 BMW 316 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 3 (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 316 weights approximately 91 kg more than 1972 BMW 3.
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, 1972 BMW 3 (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW 3 | 2006 BMW 316 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 3 | 316 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |