2009 BMW 120 vs. 2008 BMW 328
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 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 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2008 BMW 328 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 120 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 61 L |
