2008 BMW 645 vs. 2004 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2008 BMW 645 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall VX220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall VX220 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 @ 6100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall VX220. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall VX220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 645 weights approximately 885 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall VX220. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall VX220. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall VX220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 645 | 2004 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 645 | VX220 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |
