1992 BMW 545 vs. 1973 BMW 3
To start off, 1992 BMW 545 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 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 79 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3. (203 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 545 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1973 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3. (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 545 | 1973 BMW 3 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 545 | 3 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3153 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |