2004 BMW 525 vs. 2008 BMW 740
To start off, 2008 BMW 740 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 740 (255 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 740 weights approximately 326 kg more than 2004 BMW 525. 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, 2008 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 2008 BMW 740 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | 740 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |