2009 BMW 335 vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2011 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2011 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, 2009 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2011 BMW 116 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 335 | 116 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
