2008 BMW 318 vs. 1972 BMW Turbo
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Turbo (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Turbo should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 486 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo.
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, 2008 BMW 318 (280 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 1972 BMW Turbo | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 318 | Turbo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 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 | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
