2004 BMW 320 vs. 1977 BMW 520
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1977 BMW 520. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1977 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 320 (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 520. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 320 | 1977 BMW 520 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 320 | 520 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |