2008 BMW 523 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 523 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 BMW 523.
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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 523 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 523 | 118 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
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 | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |