1985 BMW 324 vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 324 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 118 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1985 BMW 324. 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, 2011 BMW 118 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 2011 BMW 118 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 324 | 118 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
