hi im new but got a bmw diff problem please help

[dragon slayer]

hi guys im new,i used to have a vectra now i own a bmw 318 l reg 1.8,but the rear diff has gone,but i have found one but off a e36 328 will it fit my bmw?
many thanks dave

[shogun]

compare the part numbers here
http://bmwfans.info/
there is also a possibility for cross reference, so you can see all BMW where the same part is installed.