1998 BMW 318 vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2011 Toyota Prius.
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, 2011 Toyota Prius, 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 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 318 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
