2007 BMW 330 vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (136 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 140 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, 2007 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 330 | 116 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |