2005 BMW 545 vs. 1998 Ford Royale
To start off, 2005 BMW 545 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Royale would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1998 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Royale.
Because 2005 BMW 545 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Royale, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 545 | 1998 Ford Royale | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 545 | Royale |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
