1999 BMW 540 vs. 2008 BMW 545
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 540 would be higher. Both 1999 BMW 540 and 2008 BMW 545 are equipped with a 4,398 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 204 kg more than 1999 BMW 540. 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, 2008 BMW 545 (450 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 540. (439 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 540 | 2008 BMW 545 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 540 | 545 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
