2009 BMW 128 vs. 2001 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 128 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 128 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2001 BMW 320. 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, 2001 BMW 320 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 128 | 2001 BMW 320 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 128 | 320 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 63 L |