2004 BMW 316 vs. 2008 BMW 335
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 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, 2008 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 316 | 2008 BMW 335 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 316 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
