1998 BMW 325 vs. 1973 BMW 3.3
To start off, 1998 BMW 325 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3.3 (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1998 BMW 325. 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, 1973 BMW 3.3 (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 325. 1973 BMW 3.3 has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 BMW 3.3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 1973 BMW 3.3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 3.3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
