2009 BMW 750 vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. 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 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 750 | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 750 | 118 |
| 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 | 363 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |
