1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 39 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3.3. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 720 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.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3.3. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 3.3 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |
