2009 BMW 130 vs. 2011 BMW 128
To start off, 2011 BMW 128 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 130 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 BMW 128. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 128 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 BMW 130.
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 130 (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 130 | 2011 BMW 128 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 130 | 128 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |
