2009 BMW 650 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 650 | 118 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |