1996 BMW 735 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 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2007 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, 1996 BMW 735 (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 735 | 2007 BMW 318 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 735 | 318 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 63 L |