2001 BMW 745 vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 7 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 157 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. 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 (390 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 2008 BMW 118 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 745 | 118 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
