2009 BMW 120 vs. 2012 BMW 135
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 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. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 135 weights approximately 125 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, 2012 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 135 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 135 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 120 | 135 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |
