1999 BMW 318 vs. 2007 Ascari A10
To start off, 2007 Ascari A10 is newer by 8 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1999 BMW 318. (192 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ascari A10 weights approximately 5 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, 2007 Ascari A10 (560 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 318. (355 Nm). This means 2007 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 318 | 2007 Ascari A10 | |
Make | BMW | Ascari |
Model | 318 | A10 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 560 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2636 mm |