2005 BMW 740 vs. 2011 BMW 330
To start off, 2011 BMW 330 is newer by 6 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 72 more horse power than 2011 BMW 330. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 330.
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, 2011 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 740. 2005 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 330 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 | 2011 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 740 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 57 L |
