2003 BMW 318 vs. 1973 BMW 2004
To start off, 2003 BMW 318 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 2004. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 2004 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW 2004 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 BMW 2004. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 2004. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 318 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1973 BMW 2004. 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, 2003 BMW 318 (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 2004. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 2004.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 318 | 1973 BMW 2004 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 318 | 2004 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
