1979 BMW 728 vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 728 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 728 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 728 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (136 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 728 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2012 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, 1979 BMW 728 (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 728 | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 728 | 116 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 51 L |
