2007 BMW 120 vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 120 would be higher. Both 2007 BMW 120 and 2009 BMW 320 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2007 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, 2009 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 2009 BMW 320 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 120 | 320 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
