1987 BMW 320 vs. 1968 Datsun 1800
To start off, 1987 BMW 320 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Datsun 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Datsun 1800 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 320 (189 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1968 Datsun 1800. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1968 Datsun 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 320 weights approximately 252 kg more than 1968 Datsun 1800. 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, 1987 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Datsun 1800. (156 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Datsun 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 320 | 1968 Datsun 1800 | |
| Make | BMW | Datsun |
| Model | 320 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
