2009 BMW 120 vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, both 2009 BMW 120 and 2009 BMW M3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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 M3 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 2009 BMW M3 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 120 | M3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 63 L |