1996 BMW 523 vs. 2007 BMW 118
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 523 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 523 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 523 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. 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, 1996 BMW 523 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 523 | 2007 BMW 118 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 523 | 118 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |