1973 BMW 3 vs. 1973 McLaren M19
To start off, both 1973 BMW 3 and 1973 McLaren M19 were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,153 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 McLaren M19 (445 HP @ 10000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3. (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 McLaren M19 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 3 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1973 McLaren M19.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3 | 1973 McLaren M19 | |
| Make | BMW | McLaren |
| Model | 3 | M19 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 10000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 560 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
