2006 BMW 118 vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 118 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2006 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 BMW 118. 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, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 118. 2012 BMW 640 has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 118 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 118 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 640 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 118 | 2012 BMW 640 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 118 | 640 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1365 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
