2008 BMW 650 vs. 1996 BMW 540
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1996 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 BMW 650.
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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 540. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 1996 BMW 540 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 650 | 540 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 82.7 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |