2008 BMW 116 vs. 2007 BMW M3
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2008 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 2007 BMW M3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 116 | M3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
