2005 BMW 318 vs. 2011 BMW 528
To start off, 2011 BMW 528 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 528 weights approximately 335 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, 2011 BMW 528 (311 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 318 | 2011 BMW 528 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 318 | 528 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2969 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |