2005 BMW 750 vs. 2009 BMW 125
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 750 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. 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 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125. 2005 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 750 | 2009 BMW 125 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 750 | 125 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 53 L |
