2008 BMW 545 vs. 1994 BMW 318
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1994 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1994 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, 2008 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 545 | 1994 BMW 318 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 545 | 318 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
