1999 BMW 318 vs. 1994 BMW M3
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1999 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M3 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1999 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, 1994 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 1994 BMW M3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 318 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
