1971 BMW 2002 vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1971 BMW 2002. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 2002.
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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (407 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 2002. (197 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 2002 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 2002 | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
