1996 BMW 545 vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 14 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, 2010 BMW Z4 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 BMW 545. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 545 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2010 BMW Z4.
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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW Z4. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 545 | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 545 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |