2009 BMW 335 vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 118 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118.
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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2008 BMW 118 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 335 | 118 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
