1992 BMW 545 vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 18 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 27 more horse power than 2010 BMW Z4. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 545 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 BMW Z4. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW Z4. (298 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 545 | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 545 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
