2012 BMW 128 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW 128 would be higher. Both 2012 BMW 128 and 2013 BMW 3 Series are equipped with a 2,979 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2012 BMW 128. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 35 kg more than 2012 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW 128 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 128 | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4374 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1412 mm | 1375 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 61 L |