2009 BMW 330 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 53 L |
