2005 BMW 318 vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 8 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 260 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 318 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 318 | 1 Series |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |