2005 BMW 740 vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 7 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 BMW 740. (255 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 740.
Because 2012 BMW 650 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 740. (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 740 | 2012 BMW 650 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 740 | 650 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |