2001 BMW 318 vs. 2006 BMW 645
To start off, 2006 BMW 645 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2001 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, 2006 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 2006 BMW 645 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 318 | 645 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
