1992 BMW 545 vs. 2001 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Supra is newer by 9 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, 2001 Toyota Supra (470 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1992 BMW 545. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Supra weights approximately 31 kg more than 1992 BMW 545. 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) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Supra. (88 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 545 | 2001 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 545 | Supra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1681 kg |
