2009 BMW 135 vs. 2008 BMW 135
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 135 would be higher. Both 2009 BMW 135 and 2008 BMW 135 are equipped with a 2,979 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 BMW 135. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 135 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
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, 2008 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2008 BMW 135 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 135 | 135 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
