2000 BMW 318 vs. 2006 BMW 545
To start off, 2006 BMW 545 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,494 cc, 2006 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2000 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, 2006 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (181 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 318 | 2006 BMW 545 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 318 | 545 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2494 cc |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
