2000 BMW 316 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 316 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 2000 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 754 kg more than 2000 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 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 316 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 316 | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 2152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5074 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
