1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 2011 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro is newer by 35 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1976 BMW 3.3. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 338 kg more than 1976 BMW 3.3. 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, 2011 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 3.3. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Nitro 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 | 2011 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 3.3 | Nitro |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1791 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2764 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 74 L |