1981 BMW 745 vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2011 BMW 118. 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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 2011 BMW 118 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 745 | 118 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 51 L |
