2009 BMW 320 vs. 1995 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 318 would be higher. Both 2009 BMW 320 and 1995 BMW 318 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (191 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1995 BMW 318 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 320 | 318 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
