1963 BMW 1800 vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 49 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1963 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 520 weights approximately 570 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, 2012 BMW 520 (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 1800. 2012 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 1963 BMW 1800 has manual transmission. 1963 BMW 1800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 1800 | 2012 BMW 520 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 1800 | 520 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |