1966 BMW 1600 vs. 1998 BMW 320
To start off, 1998 BMW 320 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 320 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 320 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1966 BMW 1600. 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, 1998 BMW 320 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1600 | 1998 BMW 320 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 1600 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 66 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
