2001 BMW 318 vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 6 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 2007 BMW 328 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 318 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
