1975 BMW 320 vs. 2005 BMW 316
To start off, 2005 BMW 316 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 320 (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 316 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1975 BMW 320.
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, 2005 BMW 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 320. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 320. 2005 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 1975 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 1975 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 320 | 2005 BMW 316 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 320 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
