1992 BMW 545 vs. 2011 BMW 320
To start off, 2011 BMW 320 is newer by 19 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 100 more horse power than 2011 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 320.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 320. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 545 | 2011 BMW 320 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 545 | 320 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1384 mm |