2009 BMW 120 vs. 2007 BMW 328
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 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 328 weights approximately 130 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, 2009 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2007 BMW 328 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 120 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
