2009 BMW M3 vs. 1960 Innocenti 950
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1960 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1960 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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Innocenti 950. (73 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1960 Innocenti 950 | |
Make | BMW | Innocenti |
Model | M3 | 950 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 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 | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2130 mm |