1975 BMW 520 vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1975 BMW 520. (123 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1975 BMW 520. 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, 2008 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 520. (172 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 520 | 2008 BMW 320 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 520 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
