2008 BMW 116 vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 116 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 520 weights approximately 490 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, 2012 BMW 520 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116. 2012 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 116 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 116 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 2012 BMW 520 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 116 | 520 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
