1999 BMW 845 vs. 2001 BMW M
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 845. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 845 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 845 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 BMW 845. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 845. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 845 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
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, 1999 BMW 845 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 845 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 845 | 2001 BMW M | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 845 | M |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |