1991 BMW 318 vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 16 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1991 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 194 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, 2007 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 318 | 2007 BMW 320 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 318 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
