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 555 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 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 169 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.
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 | 519 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 | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
