2001 BMW 740 vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 740 would be higher. At 5,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (216 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 740 weights approximately 287 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. 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, 2001 BMW 740 (410 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 740 | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 740 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 250 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 | 1782 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |
