1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 2009 BMW 316
To start off, 2009 BMW 316 is newer by 36 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 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3.3 (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 BMW 316. 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, 1973 BMW 3.3 (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3.3 | 2009 BMW 316 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 3.3 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 63 L |
