2009 BMW 530 vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
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 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | 120 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |