1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1976 BMW 3.3
To start off, 1978 AMC Pacer is newer by 2 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 3.3 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 126 kg more than 1978 AMC Pacer. 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, 1976 BMW 3.3 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Compare all specifications:
1978 AMC Pacer | 1976 BMW 3.3 | |
Make | AMC | BMW |
Model | Pacer | 3.3 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 3295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 78 L |