1992 BMW 318 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 318 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1992 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 318 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche.

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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 318. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1992 BMW 318 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
Make BMW Chevrolet
Model 318 Avalanche
Year Released 1992 2010
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1895 cc 5300 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 141 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 454 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1335 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 5630 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3310 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 117 L