1995 BMW 318 vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 17 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (304 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1995 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1995 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, 2012 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 318. 2012 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 318 | 2012 BMW 740 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 318 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
