2007 BMW 120 vs. 2007 BMW 550
To start off, both 2007 BMW 120 and 2007 BMW 550 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2007 BMW 120. 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, 2007 BMW 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120. 2007 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 120 | 2007 BMW 550 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 120 | 550 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |