2004 BMW 318 vs. 1975 BMW 520
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 520 (123 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1975 BMW 520.
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 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 520. (172 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 318 | 1975 BMW 520 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 318 | 520 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |