1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda CR-V is newer by 27 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 40 more horse power than 2003 Honda CR-V. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda CR-V weights approximately 6 kg more than 1976 BMW 3.3.
Because 2003 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, 2003 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 3.3 | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 3.3 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| 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 | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 58 L |
