2002 BMW 330 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 BMW 120 (300 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 330. (237 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
