1999 BMW 740 vs. 2008 BMW 318
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2008 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 740 (419 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (201 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 2008 BMW 318 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 740 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |
