2009 BMW M6 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 M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (501 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 260 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M6 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 501 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
