2008 BMW 120 vs. 2005 BMW 750
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 750 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2008 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, 2005 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 2005 BMW 750 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 120 | 750 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
