2012 BMW 335 vs. 2006 BMW 318
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2006 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2006 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 318. 2006 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 335 | 2006 BMW 318 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 335 | 318 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4624 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 63 L |
