2009 BMW 120 vs. 2007 BMW 325

To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 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, 2007 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 120 2007 BMW 325
Make BMW BMW
Model 120 325
Year Released 2009 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1993 cc 2494 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 6700 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 220 km/hour 240 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.4 seconds 7.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1420 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.6 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 63 L


 

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