2008 BMW 750 vs. 2008 BMW 318

To start off, both 2008 BMW 750 and 2008 BMW 318 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 750 weights approximately 660 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, 2008 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 750 2008 BMW 318
Make BMW BMW
Model 750 318
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 360 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 218 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6 seconds 9.3 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2055 kg 1395 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.6 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 63 L


 

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