1998 BMW 318 vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 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 530.
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 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 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 530 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 318 | 530 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |