2006 BMW 335 vs. 2009 BMW 125
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 335 weights approximately 274 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, 2006 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 335 | 2009 BMW 125 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 335 | 125 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |