1992 BMW 540 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1992 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 540.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 540. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 540. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 540 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 4171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
