2009 BMW 128 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 128 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 BMW 128. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 128.
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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 128 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 128 | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1375 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 61 L |