2003 BMW 545 vs. 2000 Vector M12
To start off, 2003 BMW 545 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vector M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vector M12 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2003 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 545 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Vector M12.
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, 2000 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 545 | 2000 Vector M12 | |
| Make | BMW | Vector |
| Model | 545 | M12 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
