1992 BMW 545 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 21 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1992 BMW 545. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 545 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 545 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 545 | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
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 | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 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 | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1395 mm |