1998 BMW 318 vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 15 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 255 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 318 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 318 | 1 Series |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |