2007 BMW 318 vs. 2001 Spyker C8
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Spyker C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Spyker C8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Spyker C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Spyker C8 (395 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Spyker C8 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2001 Spyker C8.
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, 2001 Spyker C8 (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Spyker C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 318 | 2001 Spyker C8 | |
Make | BMW | Spyker |
Model | 318 | C8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 481 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |