1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V 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 24 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 540 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.3.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 BMW 3.3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3.3 | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 3.3 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 58 L |
