1993 BMW 316 vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 116 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1993 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 316 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2012 BMW 116.
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, 2012 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 316 | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 316 | 116 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |