1999 Bentley Hunaudieres vs. 1971 BMW 3
To start off, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is newer by 28 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 8,000 cc (16 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (615 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres weights approximately 1070 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 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres 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, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres 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, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres | 1971 BMW 3 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Hunaudieres | 3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 615 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
