2009 BMW 316 vs. 2007 BMW 630
To start off, 2009 BMW 316 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 630 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2009 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 630 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2009 BMW 316. 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 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 316. 2007 BMW 630 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 630 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 316 | 2007 BMW 630 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 316 | 630 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 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 | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
