2006 BMW 530 vs. 1998 BMW 318
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1998 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, 2006 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 1998 BMW 318 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | 318 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1895 cc |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |