2009 BMW 545 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (169 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 545 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2011 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 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 545 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 545 | 120 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |