2011 BMW 120 vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 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. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (155 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 65 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, 2010 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW 120 | 2010 BMW 125 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 120 | 125 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |