1975 BMW Coupe vs. 2008 BMW M3
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW Coupe would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1975 BMW Coupe. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW Coupe.
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, 2008 BMW M3 (365 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW Coupe. (251 Nm). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW Coupe | 2008 BMW M3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Coupe | M3 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
