2008 BMW 120 vs. 2008 BMW M3
To start off, both 2008 BMW 120 and 2008 BMW M3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 320 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, 2008 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 120 | 2008 BMW M3 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 120 | M3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |