1992 BMW 545 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 15 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 54 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 545 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 545 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 545 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
