1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius 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 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 60 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 114 kg more than 2011 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Toyota Prius, 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 3.3 | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 3.3 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 45 L |
