2000 BMW 318 vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 11 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 730 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2000 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, 2011 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 318 | 2011 BMW 730 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 318 | 730 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |