1984 BMW 318 vs. 1977 BMW 528
To start off, 1984 BMW 318 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 528 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1984 BMW 318. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 528 weights approximately 416 kg more than 1984 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, 1977 BMW 528 (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 318. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 318 | 1977 BMW 528 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 318 | 528 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
