1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 2000 Ford Artic
To start off, 2000 Ford Artic is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Artic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 3.3 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2000 Ford Artic. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Artic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2000 Ford Artic. 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, 2000 Ford Artic (325 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 3.3. (285 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Artic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 3.3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 3.3 | 2000 Ford Artic | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 3.3 | Artic |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 68 L |
