2006 BMW 650 vs. 2009 BMW 128
To start off, 2009 BMW 128 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2009 BMW 128. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 128.
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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 650 | 2009 BMW 128 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 650 | 128 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 360 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 53 L |