1987 BMW 318 vs. 1998 Hyundai Euro 1
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1987 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 318 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
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 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 318. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 318 | 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 318 | Euro 1 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1160 mm |
