1995 BMW M3 vs. 2007 BMW 318
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 12 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 162 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1995 BMW M3.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M3 | 2007 BMW 318 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M3 | 318 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2988 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |