2007 BMW 116 vs. 2009 BMW 730
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 116 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2007 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, 2009 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116. 2009 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 116 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 116 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 2009 BMW 730 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 116 | 730 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
