1973 BMW 3 vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2003 Xedos 9 is newer by 30 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, 1973 BMW 3 (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Xedos 9 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW 3 (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3 | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | BMW | Xedos |
| Model | 3 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
