2006 BMW M3 vs. 1961 Innocenti 950
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1961 Innocenti 950. 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, 2006 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 1961 Innocenti 950 | |
Make | BMW | Innocenti |
Model | M3 | 950 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3244 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2040 mm |