1996 BMW 545 vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 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 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 545 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2009 BMW 325. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 545 | 2009 BMW 325 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 545 | 325 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2494 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 | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 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 | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |