2005 BMW 730 vs. 2006 BMW 745

To start off, 2006 BMW 745 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 730 would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 BMW 730. 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, 2006 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 730. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 730.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 730 2006 BMW 745
Make BMW BMW
Model 730 745
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 4423 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 225 HP 325 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 700 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 17.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 8 seconds 6.6 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1975 kg 2115 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 5050 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 3000 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.2 L/100km 9.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 88 L


 

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