2007 BMW 118 vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 118 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 328 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. 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, 2010 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118. 2007 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 118 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
