2001 BMW M vs. 2007 BMW 118
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. 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 193 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 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 M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2007 BMW 118 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M | 118 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
