1991 BMW 318 vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 17 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1991 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 440 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, 2008 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 318 | 2008 BMW 525 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 318 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 7.8 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 | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
