2003 BMW 545 vs. 2009 BMW 120

To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 545 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 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, 2003 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.

Compare all specifications:

2003 BMW 545 2009 BMW 120
Make BMW BMW
Model 545 120
Year Released 2003 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 328 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 84.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 12.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1705 kg 1525 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.9 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 53 L


 

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