2008 BMW 325 vs. 2007 BMW 318
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
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, 2008 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2007 BMW 318 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 318 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 215 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
