2009 BMW M3 vs. 1973 BMW Touring

To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring 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 329 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring.

Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW M3 (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW M3 1973 BMW Touring
Make BMW BMW
Model M3 Touring
Year Released 2009 1973
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3999 cc 1573 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 414 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 8300 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 295 Nm 130 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 8.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2510 mm


 

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