2011 BMW 335 vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW 335 | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 335 | 118 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1374 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 51 L |