2010 BMW 128 vs. 2011 BMW 135
To start off, 2011 BMW 135 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 128 would be higher. Both 2010 BMW 128 and 2011 BMW 135 are equipped with a 3,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2010 BMW 128. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 135 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2010 BMW 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
2010 BMW 128 | 2011 BMW 135 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 128 | 135 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4361 mm | 4361 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1412 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |