2007 BMW 120 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 6 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 700 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120. 2007 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 6 series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 6 series 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 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 120 | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4897 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
