1995 BMW 318 vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 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 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1995 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 318 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 BMW 320.
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 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 318 | 2007 BMW 320 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 318 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | 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 | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
