1992 BMW 545 vs. 2005 BMW 760
To start off, 2005 BMW 760 is newer by 13 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 6,129 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1992 BMW 545. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 760 weights approximately 510 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, 2005 BMW 760 (602 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 545. (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 545 | 2005 BMW 760 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 545 | 760 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 602 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
