2007 BMW M3 vs. 1963 BMW 1800
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1963 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1963 BMW 1800. 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, 2007 BMW M3 (366 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M3 | 1963 BMW 1800 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M3 | 1800 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |