1994 BMW 518 vs. 2006 BMW 330
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 518 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1994 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1994 BMW 518. 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, 2006 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 518 | 2006 BMW 330 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 518 | 330 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |