2000 BMW 750 vs. 1998 BMW 318
To start off, 2000 BMW 750 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 318 would be higher. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 750 (387 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 750 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1998 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 750 (759 Nm) has 579 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 750 | 1998 BMW 318 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 750 | 318 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 1893 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 387 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
