1979 BMW 735 vs. 1987 BMW 318
To start off, 1987 BMW 318 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 735 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1987 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 735 weights approximately 564 kg more than 1987 BMW 318. 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, 1979 BMW 735 (309 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 318. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 735 | 1987 BMW 318 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 735 | 318 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3451 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |