2000 BMW 750 vs. 2005 BMW 520
To start off, 2005 BMW 520 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 750 (387 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2005 BMW 520. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 750 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 BMW 750 (759 Nm) has 548 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 520. (211 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 750 | 2005 BMW 520 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 750 | 520 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 387 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
