1998 BMW 318 vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 11 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 BMW 320.
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, 2009 BMW 320 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 318 | 2009 BMW 320 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 318 | 320 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |