2004 BMW 318 vs. 1968 Vauxhall Viva
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Vauxhall Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Vauxhall Viva would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. 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, 2004 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Vauxhall Viva.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 318 | 1968 Vauxhall Viva | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | 318 | Viva |
Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |