1986 BMW 316 vs. 1973 Vauxhall Magnum
To start off, 1986 BMW 316 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Magnum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Magnum would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 316 (86 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Magnum. (77 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 316 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Magnum. 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, 1973 Vauxhall Magnum (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 316. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Vauxhall Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 316 | 1973 Vauxhall Magnum | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 316 | Magnum |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
