2001 BMW Compact vs. 2012 BMW 135
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 is newer by 11 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2001 BMW Compact. (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Compact. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 135 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 BMW Compact. 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, 2012 BMW 135 (406 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Compact. (237 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Compact.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 2012 BMW 135 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Compact | 135 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
