2003 BMW 318 vs. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton

To start off, 2003 BMW 318 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 318 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. 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, 2003 BMW 318 (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. 2003 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1992 Vauxhall Carlton has manual transmission. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 BMW 318 1992 Vauxhall Carlton
Make BMW Vauxhall
Model 318 Carlton
Year Released 2003 1992
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 141 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 157 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1260 kg 1235 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2740 mm


 

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