120I Xdrive vs 320d M Sport (F30)
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The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the 320d M Sport (F30) beats the 120I Xdrive by a hair, finishing 0.02 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the 320d M Sport (F30) thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Simulated race times
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: 120I Xdrive is $40,000 vs $44,000 for the 320d M Sport (F30) — a $4,000 gap. Power: 320d M Sport (F30) makes 12 hp more (178 vs 190). Top speed: 320d M Sport (F30) runs to 235 km/h, 5 km/h higher than 120I Xdrive.
FAQ
Which is faster, the 120I Xdrive or the 320d M Sport (F30)?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the 320d M Sport (F30) is faster, beating the 120I Xdrive by 0.02 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the 120I Xdrive vs the 320d M Sport (F30)?
The 120I Xdrive hits 100 km/h in 7.2 seconds, while the 320d M Sport (F30) does it in 7.2 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The 120I Xdrive produces 178 hp; the 320d M Sport (F30) produces 190 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The 120I Xdrive tops out at 230 km/h, and the 320d M Sport (F30) reaches 235 km/h.
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