2003 BMW 320 vs. 1976 BMW 630
To start off, 2003 BMW 320 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 630 (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 BMW 320. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 320 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1976 BMW 630.
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 320 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 630. (255 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 630. 2003 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1976 BMW 630 has manual transmission. 1976 BMW 630 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 320 | 1976 BMW 630 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 320 | 630 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
