1973 BMW 3 vs. 1998 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 1998 Dodge Stealth is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3. (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 460 kg more than 1973 BMW 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 BMW 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3. (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3 | 1998 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 3 | Stealth |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
