2001 BMW Compact vs. 2009 BMW 128
To start off, 2009 BMW 128 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Compact. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Compact would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 128 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 BMW Compact. (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Compact.
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 128 (271 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Compact. (237 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Compact.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 2009 BMW 128 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Compact | 128 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
