2003 BMW 318 vs. 2011 BMW 135
To start off, 2011 BMW 135 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2003 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 135 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2003 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, 2011 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 318. (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 318. 2003 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 135 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 135 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 | 2011 BMW 135 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 318 | 135 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
