2008 BMW 320 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 2 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 2010 BMW 120 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 105 kg more than 2010 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 320 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 320 | 120 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
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 | 149 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |