1996 BMW 325 vs. 2007 BMW 318
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 325 (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1996 BMW 325.
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 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 325 | 2007 BMW 318 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 325 | 318 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |