2005 BMW 745 vs. 2002 BMW 318
To start off, 2005 BMW 745 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 745 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2002 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, 2005 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 745 | 2002 BMW 318 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 745 | 318 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 63 L |