1999 BMW 318 vs. 2005 BMW 320
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 318 (192 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1999 BMW 318.
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, 1999 BMW 318 (355 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (340 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 2005 BMW 320 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 318 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
