1992 BMW 545 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (328 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1992 BMW 545. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 665 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (441 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 545. (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 545 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 545 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1705 mm |
