BMW 3 series 2001 is more dynamic to drive. BMW 3 series 2001 engine produces 22 HP more power than BMW 3 series 1998, the torque is the same for both cars. Thanks to more power BMW 3 series 2001 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.7 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
9.0
9.0
Fuel tank capacity:
63 litres
63 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
700 km in combined cycle
700 km in combined cycle
910 km on highway
920 km on highway
650 km with real consumption
670 km with real consumption
Engines
Average engine lifespan:
440'000 km
420'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
Engine production duration:
7 years
7 years
Engine spread:
Installed on at least 3 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW X3, BMW Z4
Used also on BMW 5 sērija
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. BMW 3 series 2001 might be a better choice in this respect.
Dimensions
Length:
4.47 m
4.47 m
Width:
1.74 m
1.74 m
Height:
1.42 m
1.42 m
Both cars are similar in size. BMW 3 series 2001 and BMW 3 series 1998 are practically the same length.