1974 BMW 3 vs. 2005 BMW 748
To start off, 2005 BMW 748 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 3 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 748 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 748 (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1974 BMW 3. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 748 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 748 weights approximately 477 kg more than 1974 BMW 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, 2005 BMW 748 (500 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 3. (270 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 748 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 3 | 2005 BMW 748 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 3 | 748 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3000 mm |
