1984 BMW 318 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 29 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1984 BMW 318. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1684 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 318. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 318 | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 318 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 93 L |
