2008 BMW 320 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 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 320 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 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 128 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. 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 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2009 BMW 128 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 320 | 128 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
