2000 BMW 316 vs. 1983 BMW 316
To start off, 2000 BMW 316 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 316 (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1983 BMW 316. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 316 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1983 BMW 316. 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, 2000 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 316. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 316 | 1983 BMW 316 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 316 | 316 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
