2007 BMW 320 vs. 2007 BMW 130
To start off, both 2007 BMW 320 and 2007 BMW 130 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320.
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 (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320. 2007 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 130 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 2007 BMW 130 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 320 | 130 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6650 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |