2008 BMW 645 vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 645 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. 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, 2008 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 645 | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 645 | 118 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
