2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning vs. 2008 BMW 645
To start off, 2008 BMW 645 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 645 (328 HP) has 92 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. (236 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 645 weights approximately 497 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. 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, 2008 BMW 645 (450 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. (305 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. 2008 BMW 645 has automatic transmission and 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 645 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning | 2008 BMW 645 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | BMW |
| Model | VX Lightning | 645 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 328 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2790 mm |
