1998 BMW 318 vs. 1975 BMW 1602
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 318 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1975 BMW 1602. 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, 1998 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1975 BMW 1602 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 318 | 1602 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1574 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
