2006 BMW 120 vs. 1995 BMW Dinan

To start off, 2006 BMW 120 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW Dinan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW Dinan would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW Dinan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Dinan (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2006 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Dinan should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 120 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1995 BMW Dinan.

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, 1995 BMW Dinan (403 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 120. (331 Nm). This means 1995 BMW Dinan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 120.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 120 1995 BMW Dinan
Make BMW BMW
Model 120 Dinan
Year Released 2006 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2990 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 326 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 331 Nm 403 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1835 kg 1725 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2710 mm