2009 BMW 120 vs. 2007 BMW M6

To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2009 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, 2007 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120. 2007 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 120 2007 BMW M6
Make BMW BMW
Model 120 M6
Year Released 2009 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 4999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 500 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7750 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 520 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 6100 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 16.0:1 12.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 228 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.6 seconds 4.6 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 1785 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1380 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.7 L/100km 14.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 70 L


 

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