2003 BMW 545 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 5 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 BMW 545.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 BMW 545 (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 545 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 545 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
