1998 BMW 728 vs. 1998 BMW 318
To start off, both 1998 BMW 728 and 1998 BMW 318 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 728 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 728 (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 728 weights approximately 360 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, 1998 BMW 728 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (169 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 728 | 1998 BMW 318 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 728 | 318 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 63 L |