2004 BMW 745 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 9 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2004 BMW 745. (310 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 BMW 745. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 745. (451 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 745 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 745 | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4896 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
