2009 BMW 650 vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 3 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 245 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 650 | 116 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 361 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |