2012 BMW 118 vs. 2007 BMW 545
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 545 weights approximately 555 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, 2007 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 118 | 2007 BMW 545 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 118 | 545 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4324 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1421 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
