2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2011 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 530 kg more than 2011 BMW 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Convertible | 125 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
