1997 BMW 316 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 316 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1997 BMW 316. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 740 kg more than 1997 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 316 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 316 | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4897 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
