1990 Audi Coupe vs. 1971 BMW 3
To start off, 1990 Audi Coupe is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi Coupe (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi Coupe weights approximately 40 kg more than 1971 BMW 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 BMW 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Audi Coupe (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 1971 BMW 3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Coupe | 3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
