2012 BMW 335 vs. 2010 BMW 118
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 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 118 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 157 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW 335 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 335 | 118 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4624 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 51 L |