2005 BMW 740 vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (328 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 375 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, 2005 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 740 | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 740 | 120 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 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 | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 51 L |