1994 BMW 518 vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 15 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1994 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 518.
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, 2009 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 518 | 2009 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 518 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
