1991 BMW 320 vs. 1968 Datsun 1800
To start off, 1991 BMW 320 is newer by 23 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 320 (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1968 Datsun 1800. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1968 Datsun 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 320 weights approximately 304 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, 1991 BMW 320 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Datsun 1800. (156 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Datsun 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 320 | 1968 Datsun 1800 | |
| Make | BMW | Datsun |
| Model | 320 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
