2009 BMW 320 vs. 1973 BMW 3.3
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3.3 (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
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, 1973 BMW 3.3 (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1973 BMW 3.3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 320 | 3.3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
