2001 BMW 318 vs. 2009 BMW 128
To start off, 2009 BMW 128 is newer by 8 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 128 weights approximately 230 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, 2009 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 2009 BMW 128 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 318 | 128 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2996 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 |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 53 L |
