1984 BMW 318 vs. 1995 BMW 330
To start off, 1995 BMW 330 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1984 BMW 318. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 395 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, 1995 BMW 330 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 318. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 318 | 1995 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 318 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
