1976 BMW 630 vs. 2009 BMW 116
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 630 (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 630 weights approximately 131 kg more than 2009 BMW 116. 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, 1976 BMW 630 (255 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116. 2009 BMW 116 has automatic transmission and 1976 BMW 630 has manual transmission. 1976 BMW 630 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 116 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 630 | 2009 BMW 116 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 630 | 116 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
