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 374 more horse power than 1960 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Innocenti 950.
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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 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 | 947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2040 mm |