2002 BMW 318 vs. 1966 Datsun 1000
To start off, 2002 BMW 318 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Datsun 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Datsun 1000 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1966 Datsun 1000. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1966 Datsun 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 318 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1966 Datsun 1000. 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, 2002 BMW 318 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Datsun 1000. (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Datsun 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 318 | 1966 Datsun 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | Datsun |
| Model | 318 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 59 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
