1996 BMW 735 vs. 2001 BMW 316
To start off, 2001 BMW 316 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2001 BMW 316. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2001 BMW 316. 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, 1996 BMW 735 (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 735 | 2001 BMW 316 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 735 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 63 L |
