2007 BMW 330 vs. 1998 BMW 318
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 9 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 180 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, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1998 BMW 318 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 318 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
