2007 BMW M vs. 2005 BMW 116
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 116 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2005 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 116.
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 M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 116. (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M | 2005 BMW 116 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M | 116 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
