2001 BMW Compact vs. 2008 BMW 116
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Compact. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Compact would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Compact is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Compact (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Compact should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Compact weights approximately 375 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, 2001 BMW Compact (237 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (151 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Compact will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 2008 BMW 116 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Compact | 116 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
