2008 BMW 320 vs. 2007 BMW 120
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 1 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. Both 2008 BMW 320 and 2007 BMW 120 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2007 BMW 120.
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 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2007 BMW 120 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 320 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
