2008 BMW 135 vs. 1998 BMW 845
To start off, 2008 BMW 135 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 845. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 845 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 845 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 BMW 845. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 845. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 845 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 BMW 135.
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, 1998 BMW 845 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 135. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 845 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 135 | 1998 BMW 845 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 135 | 845 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |