1991 BMW 318 vs. 1999 BMW 750
To start off, 1999 BMW 750 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 318 would be higher. At 5,370 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 750 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1991 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 750 weights approximately 818 kg more than 1991 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, 1999 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 318. (175 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 318 | 1999 BMW 750 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 318 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3080 mm |
