1995 BMW 317 vs. 1963 BMW 1800
To start off, 1995 BMW 317 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 BMW 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 90 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 317 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1963 BMW 1800.
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, 1995 BMW 317 (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 317 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 317 | 1963 BMW 1800 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 317 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1665 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
