2009 BMW 650 vs. 2010 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2010 Brilliance BS4 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (361 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2010 Brilliance BS4. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2010 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2010 Brilliance BS4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 650 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Brilliance BS4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 650 | 2010 Brilliance BS4 | |
| Make | BMW | Brilliance |
| Model | 650 | BS4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
