2004 BMW 318 vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 318 would be higher. Both 2004 BMW 318 and 2012 BMW 116 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (136 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 195 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, 2012 BMW 116 (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 318 | 116 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
