2002 BMW 320 vs. 2007 BMW 130
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2002 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 130 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 BMW 320. 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 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 320 | 2007 BMW 130 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 320 | 130 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |