2001 BMW 745 vs. 2007 BMW 523
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 6 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP) has 150 more horse power than 2007 BMW 523. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 705 kg more than 2007 BMW 523. 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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 2007 BMW 523 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 745 | 523 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
