2005 BMW 740 vs. 2009 BMW 328
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (328 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 328.
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 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328. 2005 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 328 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 | 2009 BMW 328 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 740 | 328 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 61 L |