2009 BMW M3 vs. 1973 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Victor 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 274 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. (140 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1973 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | M3 | Victor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |