1999 BMW 323 vs. 2009 BMW 118
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1999 BMW 323.
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 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 323 | 2009 BMW 118 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 323 | 118 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |