2009 BMW 120 vs. 2009 Zenvo ST1
To start off, both 2009 BMW 120 and 2009 Zenvo ST1 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 950 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Zenvo ST1 weights approximately 56 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, 2009 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1230 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120. 2009 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2009 Zenvo ST1 has manual transmission. 2009 Zenvo ST1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 2009 Zenvo ST1 | |
Make | BMW | Zenvo |
Model | 120 | ST1 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 1104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 1430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 375 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4665 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2041 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1198 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3055 mm |