2009 BMW 120 vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 120 would be higher. Both 2009 BMW 120 and 2012 BMW 116 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. 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, 2012 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 120 | 116 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 51 L |
