2010 BMW 125 vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 125 would be higher. Both 2010 BMW 125 and 2011 BMW 125 are equipped with a 2,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (216 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2010 BMW 125.
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, 2011 BMW 125 (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2010 BMW 125 | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 125 | 125 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |