1984 BMW 318 vs. 2008 BMW 630
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 24 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1984 BMW 318. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 630 weights approximately 760 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, 2008 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 318. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 318 | 2008 BMW 630 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 318 | 630 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
