1998 BMW 318 vs. 2010 BMW 116
To start off, 2010 BMW 116 is newer by 12 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), 2010 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 116 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 116 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 BMW 318.
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, 2010 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 2010 BMW 116 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 318 | 116 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| 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 | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
