1995 BMW 528 vs. 2008 BMW 120
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 528 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (169 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 528 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 BMW 120. 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, 1995 BMW 528 (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 528 | 2008 BMW 120 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 528 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
