1995 BMW M5 vs. 2008 BMW 116
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2008 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 2008 BMW 116 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M5 | 116 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
