1999 BMW 318 vs. 1999 BMW 325
To start off, both 1999 BMW 318 and 1999 BMW 325 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 318 (192 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 325 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1999 BMW 318.
Because 1999 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 325 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 BMW 318 (355 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 325. (280 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 1999 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 318 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
