1963 BMW 1800 vs. 2002 BMW 318
To start off, 2002 BMW 318 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1963 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 318 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1963 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, 2002 BMW 318 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 2002 BMW 318 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 1800 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |
