1992 BMW 545 vs. 1972 BMW 3
To start off, 1992 BMW 545 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 3 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1972 BMW 3. (201 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 545 weights approximately 276 kg more than 1972 BMW 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, 1992 BMW 545 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 3. (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 545 | 1972 BMW 3 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 545 | 3 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |