2008 BMW 316 vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 316 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 316 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 316 | 1 Series |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |