2009 BMW 650 vs. 1992 BMW 538
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 538. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 538 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1992 BMW 538. (341 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 538. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 538 weights approximately 504 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 538. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 538.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1992 BMW 538 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 650 | 538 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 341 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |