2006 BMW 316 vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2006 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2006 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 316 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 316 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| 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 | 176 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
