2000 BMW 325 vs. 2000 BMW 318

To start off, both 2000 BMW 325 and 2000 BMW 318 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 325 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 325 weights approximately 125 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, 2000 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318.

Compare all specifications:

2000 BMW 325 2000 BMW 318
Make BMW BMW
Model 325 318
Year Released 2000 2000
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2494 cc 1895 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 201 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.7:1
Top Speed 232 km/hour 203 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.3 seconds 12.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1395 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 63 L


 

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