2003 BMW 730 vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (136 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 730 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2012 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, 2003 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 730 | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 730 | 116 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
