1985 BMW 324 vs. 2004 BMW 320
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 324 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1985 BMW 324. 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, 2004 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
1985 BMW 324 | 2004 BMW 320 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 324 | 320 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |