2009 BMW 130 vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 3 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 145 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 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 130 | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 130 | 120 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
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 | 261 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 51 L |