2001 BMW 318 vs. 2001 BMW M
To start off, both 2001 BMW 318 and 2001 BMW M were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318. 2001 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW M has manual transmission. 2001 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 318 | 2001 BMW M | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 318 | M |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |