2009 BMW 135 vs. 1996 BMW 540
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 13 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2009 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, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 1996 BMW 540 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 135 | 540 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |