2008 BMW 335 vs. 2004 BMW 120
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 120 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2004 BMW 120. (141 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 BMW 120. 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 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 2004 BMW 120 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 335 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 8.9 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 | 1525 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
