2001 BMW 745 vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2008 BMW 530. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530. 2001 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 2008 BMW 530 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 745 | 530 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
