1975 BMW Coupe vs. 2005 BMW 320
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW Coupe would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 BMW Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW Coupe (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 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 320 (340 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW Coupe. (251 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW Coupe | 2005 BMW 320 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Coupe | 320 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
