1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 2001 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2001 Honda CR-V is newer by 25 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 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 3.3 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2001 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda CR-V weights approximately 6 kg more than 1976 BMW 3.3.
Because 2001 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 BMW 3.3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1976 BMW 3.3 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1976 BMW 3.3 | 2001 Honda CR-V | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 3.3 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |