1987 BMW 318 vs. 1998 BMW 740
To start off, 1998 BMW 740 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 740 (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1987 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 740 weights approximately 1002 kg more than 1987 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, 1998 BMW 740 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 318. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 318 | 1998 BMW 740 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 318 | 740 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1968 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3080 mm |