2001 BMW M3 vs. 1975 BMW 1602
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1975 BMW 1602. 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, 2001 BMW M3 (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M3 | 1975 BMW 1602 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M3 | 1602 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1574 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
