1996 BMW 745 vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 745 (283 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 745 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2008 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 745 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 745 | 2008 BMW X5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 745 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
