2007 BMW 116 vs. 2011 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2011 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 4 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 990 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Zenvo ST1 weights approximately 171 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, 2011 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1280 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 2011 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | BMW | Zenvo |
| Model | 116 | ST1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 375 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3055 mm |
