1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 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, 2009 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3.3. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
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, 2009 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3.3. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 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 | 2009 BMW 530 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 3.3 | 530 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 244 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 | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |