2010 BMW 120 vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 120 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 120 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 120 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 57 L |
