2008 BMW 325 vs. 2008 BMW 120

To start off, both 2008 BMW 325 and 2008 BMW 120 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 164 kg more than 2008 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 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 325 2008 BMW 120
Make BMW BMW
Model 325 120
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 161 HP
Torque 250 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78.9 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.7 seconds 8.5 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1356 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 50 L


 

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