2001 BMW 745 vs. 2005 BMW 740
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (284 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 BMW 740. (255 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2001 BMW 745.
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 740 (600 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 745. (390 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 745 | 2005 BMW 740 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 745 | 740 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 3901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 284 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 600 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 | 1700 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |