2004 BMW 745 vs. 2006 BMW 120
To start off, 2006 BMW 120 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (310 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2006 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 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, 2004 BMW 745 (451 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 120. (200 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 745 | 2006 BMW 120 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 745 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
