2008 BMW 120 vs. 2006 BMW 545
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 545 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2008 BMW 120.
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, 2006 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120. 2006 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 2006 BMW 545 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 120 | 545 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 328 HP |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
