2001 BMW 745 vs. 2007 BMW 545
To start off, 2007 BMW 545 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, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 BMW 745. (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 BMW 545.
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, both vehicles can yield 450 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 2007 BMW 545 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 745 | 545 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 5.9 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 | 1975 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 |
