1999 BMW 328 vs. 2002 BMW 318
To start off, 2002 BMW 318 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 328 (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 328 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2002 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, 1999 BMW 328 (279 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 318. 1999 BMW 328 has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 328 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 328 | 2002 BMW 318 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 328 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
