2007 BMW 523 vs. 2008 BMW 318
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 523 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 523 | 2008 BMW 318 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 523 | 318 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |