2002 BMW 320 vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 10 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. Both 2002 BMW 320 and 2012 BMW 120 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 150 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, 2012 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 320 | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 320 | 120 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |