2007 BMW 120 vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 120 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 weights approximately 169 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 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 125. (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 125. 2007 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 125 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 | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 120 | 125 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
