1995 BMW 520 vs. 1995 BMW 318
To start off, both 1995 BMW 520 and 1995 BMW 318 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 520 weights approximately 113 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, 1995 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 520 | 1995 BMW 318 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 520 | 318 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |