1986 BMW 735 vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 735 (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 735 weights approximately 126 kg more than 2012 BMW 120. 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, 1986 BMW 735 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 735 | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 735 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |
