2008 BMW 120 vs. 2002 BMW 735
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 735 weights approximately 660 kg more than 2008 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, 2002 BMW 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 2002 BMW 735 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 120 | 735 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3000 mm |
