1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 35 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3.3. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 752 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3.3. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 | 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 3.3 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 117 L |
