1962 BMW 1800 vs. 1977 BMW 320
To start off, 1977 BMW 320 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 320 (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 320 weights approximately 77 kg more than 1962 BMW 1800. 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, 1977 BMW 320 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1800 | 1977 BMW 320 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 1800 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1771 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 52 L |
