1984 BMW 316 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Tracker (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 BMW 316. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 316.
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 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 316. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 316 | 2005 Chevrolet Tracker | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 316 | Tracker |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
