1975 BMW 320 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 38 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1975 BMW 320. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 695 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.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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 5 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 320. (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 320. 2013 BMW 5 Series 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. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 320 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 320 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
