2008 BMW 650 vs. 2008 BMW 545
To start off, both 2008 BMW 650 and 2008 BMW 545 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 32 more horse power than 2008 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 121 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 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 545. 2008 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 650 | 2008 BMW 545 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 650 | 545 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
