2005 BMW 318 vs. 1996 BMW 840
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 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, 1996 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 318 | 1996 BMW 840 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 318 | 840 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |