1998 BMW 318 vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,665 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1998 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 BMW 318 (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 318 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1665 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
