1998 BMW 328 vs. 1992 BMW 318
To start off, 1998 BMW 328 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 328 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1992 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 328 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1992 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, 1998 BMW 328 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 328 | 1992 BMW 318 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 328 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |
