2005 BMW 750 vs. 2005 BMW 318

To start off, both 2005 BMW 750 and 2005 BMW 318 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 750 weights approximately 480 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, 2005 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318. 2005 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 750 2005 BMW 318
Make BMW BMW
Model 750 318
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 363 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 281 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.3 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 202 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6 seconds 10.5 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.4 L/100km 5.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 63 L


 

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