1975 BMW 320 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 35 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 BMW 320. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1975 BMW 320. 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, 2010 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 320. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 320 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 320 | 118 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
