1981 BMW 745 vs. 2012 BMW 318
To start off, 2012 BMW 318 is newer by 31 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 109 more horse power than 2012 BMW 318. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2012 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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 318. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 2012 BMW 318 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 745 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| 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 | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 57 L |
