2003 BMW 645 vs. 2003 BMW 545

To start off, both 2003 BMW 645 and 2003 BMW 545 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2003 BMW 645 and 2003 BMW 545 are equipped with a 4,398 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 BMW 645. (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 645. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 645 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2003 BMW 545.

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, both vehicles can yield 450 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2003 BMW 645 has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 545 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 545 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 645 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 BMW 645 2003 BMW 545
Make BMW BMW
Model 645 545
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Convertible Sedan
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 321 HP 328 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 82.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Top Speed 250 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.2 seconds 6.1 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1895 kg 1705 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.5 L/100km 7.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 16.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.5 L/100km 10.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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