2004 BMW 745 vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 745 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 107 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2007 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, 2004 BMW 745 (447 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 745 | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 745 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
