1998 BMW 330 vs. 1971 BMW 3
To start off, 1998 BMW 330 is newer by 27 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, 1998 BMW 330 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 15 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.
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, 1998 BMW 330 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 1971 BMW 3 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 330 | 3 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |