1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 2007 BMW 750
To start off, 2007 BMW 750 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3.3. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 750 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.3. 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, 2007 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3.3. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3.3 | 2007 BMW 750 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 3.3 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |
