2007 BMW 120 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 5 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. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 385 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120. 2007 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 120 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
