1995 BMW Dinan vs. 2004 BMW 116
To start off, 2004 BMW 116 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW Dinan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW Dinan would be higher. At 5,598 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 BMW Dinan is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1995 BMW Dinan (976 Nm) has 823 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 116. (153 Nm). This means 1995 BMW Dinan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Dinan | 2004 BMW 116 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Dinan | 116 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5598 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 976 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
