1992 BMW 538 vs. 2008 BMW 130
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 538. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 538 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 538 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 538 (341 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 BMW 130. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 538 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 538 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2008 BMW 130. 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, 1992 BMW 538 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 538 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 538 | 2008 BMW 130 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 538 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
