2005 BMW 745 vs. 2006 BMW 530

To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (341 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (216 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 745 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2006 BMW 530. 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 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 745. (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 745.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 745 2006 BMW 530
Make BMW BMW
Model 745 530
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4392 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 341 HP 216 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 17.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 242 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.3 seconds 7.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2025 kg 1760 kg
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 7.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 70 L


 

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