1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 2008 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2008 Saturn Aura is newer by 32 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 30 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Aura. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Aura.
Because 1976 BMW 3.3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 BMW 3.3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Aura, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Aura. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Aura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 3.3 | 2008 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | 3.3 | Aura |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 61 L |
