1995 BMW M3 vs. 2003 BMW 318
To start off, 2003 BMW 318 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2003 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M3 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2003 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 M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M3 | 2003 BMW 318 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M3 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
