1998 BMW 740 vs. 1995 BMW 318
To start off, 1998 BMW 740 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 740 (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1995 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 740 weights approximately 593 kg more than 1995 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 740 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 740 | 1995 BMW 318 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 740 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 63 L |
