2001 BMW 320 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 320 would be higher. Both 2001 BMW 320 and 2010 BMW 118 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 320 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. 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, 2001 BMW 320 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 320 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 320 | 118 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
