2005 BMW 740 vs. 2005 BMW 116
To start off, both 2005 BMW 740 and 2005 BMW 116 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2005 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2005 BMW 116. 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, 2005 BMW 740 (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 116. (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 116. 2005 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 116 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 116 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 740 | 2005 BMW 116 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 740 | 116 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 72 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |