1968 Datsun 1800 vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Datsun 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Datsun 1800 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 116 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Datsun 1800. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1968 Datsun 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 116 weights approximately 374 kg more than 1968 Datsun 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, 2011 BMW 116 (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Datsun 1800. (156 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Datsun 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Datsun 1800 | 2011 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Datsun | BMW |
| Model | 1800 | 116 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 51 L |
