2009 BMW 745 vs. 2012 BMW 318
To start off, 2012 BMW 318 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2012 BMW 318. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2012 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, 2009 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 318. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 318. 2009 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 745 | 2012 BMW 318 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 745 | 318 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 57 L |
