2008 BMW 320 vs. 2009 BMW 120

To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 320 would be higher. Both 2008 BMW 320 and 2009 BMW 120 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2009 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 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 320 2009 BMW 120
Make BMW BMW
Model 320 120
Year Released 2008 2009
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 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 84.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 12.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1680 kg 1525 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1440 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.3 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 53 L


 

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