2008 BMW 116 vs. 2009 BMW 128
To start off, 2009 BMW 128 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 116 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 128 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116.
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 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 2009 BMW 128 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 116 | 128 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
