1998 BMW 318 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 13 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), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 BMW 318. 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, 2011 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 318 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 318 | 120 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
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 | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |