1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 34 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 51 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1976 BMW 3.3.
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, 2010 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 3.3. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 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 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 3.3 | 118 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 51 L |
