2009 BMW 116 vs. 1962 BMW 1800
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 1,771 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 BMW 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 482 kg more than 1962 BMW 1800. 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, 2009 BMW 116 (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 116 | 1962 BMW 1800 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 116 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
