2008 BMW 118 vs. 1998 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 325 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 325 weights approximately 156 kg more than 2008 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, 1998 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1998 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 118 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
