1996 BMW 740 vs. 2005 BMW 745
To start off, 2005 BMW 745 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 740.
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, 2005 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 740. (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 740 | 2005 BMW 745 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 740 | 745 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 88 L |
