1996 BMW 745 vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 16 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, 2012 BMW X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 BMW 745. (283 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1996 BMW 745. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 745. (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 745 | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 745 | X6 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |