2009 BMW 528 vs. 1995 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 BMW 528 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. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1995 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 318.
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, 2009 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 528 | 1995 BMW 318 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 528 | 318 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |