1992 BMW 545 vs. 1998 BMW 316
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (103 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 545 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1998 BMW 316. 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 545 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 545 | 1998 BMW 316 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 545 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
