2001 BMW Compact vs. 2004 BMW 745
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Compact. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Compact would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2001 BMW Compact. (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Compact. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2001 BMW Compact. 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, 2004 BMW 745 (447 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Compact. (237 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Compact.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 2004 BMW 745 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Compact | 745 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |
