2009 BMW 120 vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 120 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 445 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, 2011 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 2011 BMW 740 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 120 | 740 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 82 L |