1996 BMW 545 vs. 2009 BMW 125
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 545 weights approximately 324 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. 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, 1996 BMW 545 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 545 | 2009 BMW 125 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 545 | 125 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |