BMW 1 series 2011 vs BMW 1 series 2008
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 3.0 Petrol | 3.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 306 HP | 218 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 270 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.2 seconds | 6.4 seconds | |
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BMW 1 series 2011 is more dynamic to drive. BMW 1 series 2011 engine produces 88 HP more power than BMW 1 series 2008, whereas torque is 130 NM more than BMW 1 series 2008. Thanks to more power BMW 1 series 2011 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.2 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.5 | 7.9 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 10.5 l/100km | 10.1 l/100km | |
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The BMW 1 series 2008 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification BMW 1 series 2011 consumes 0.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 1 series 2008, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the BMW 1 series 2011 could require 90 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, BMW 1 series 2011 consumes 0.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 1 series 2008. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 53 litres | 53 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 620 km in combined cycle | 670 km in combined cycle | |
| 790 km on highway | 890 km on highway | ||
| 500 km with real consumption | 520 km with real consumption | ||
| BMW 1 series 2008 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 132 mm (5.2 inches) | 147 mm (5.8 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW 1 series 2008 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this BMW 1 series 2008 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 420'000 km | 380'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 9 years | 7 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 7 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW 3 sērija, BMW X5, BMW X3, BMW X6 | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW 3 sērija, BMW X5, BMW 7 sērija | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. BMW 1 series 2008 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| BMW 1 sērija 2011 3.0 engine: Using poor quality oil on this engine will quickly lead to soot build-up, resulting in damage to the hydrocompensators, Vanos and Valvetronic systems. BMW 1 sērija 2008 3.0 engine: The BMW N52 engine was the first water-cooled engine to feature a composite cylinder block made from a magnesium and aluminum alloy. It was included in Ward’s AutoWorld’s list of the top 10 engines in 2006 and 2007. While it offers many advantages, the ... More about BMW 1 sērija 2008 3.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.36 m | 4.36 m | |
| Width: | 1.75 m | 1.75 m | |
| Height: | 1.41 m | 1.42 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. BMW 1 series 2011 and BMW 1 series 2008 are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 370 litres | 370 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | 10.7 meters | 10.7 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`910 | 1`870 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | average | average | |
| Average price (€): | 8400 | 5600 | |
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