1999 BMW 845 vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 9 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, 1999 BMW 845 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 845 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 845 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. 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, 1999 BMW 845 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 845 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 845 | 2008 BMW 320 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 845 | 320 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |