1996 BMW 735 vs. 2009 BMW 118
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 13 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 98 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2009 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 735 (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 735 | 2009 BMW 118 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 735 | 118 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
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 | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 53 L |