1979 BMW 735 vs. 2004 BMW 116
To start off, 2004 BMW 116 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 735 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2004 BMW 116. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 735 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 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 735 (309 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 116. (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 735 | 2004 BMW 116 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 735 | 116 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3451 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
