1992 BMW 545 vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 20 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, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1992 BMW 545. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 195 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 @ 3900 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 545 | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 545 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| 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 | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1464 mm |
