2006 BMW 525 vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
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, 2012 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 2012 BMW 740 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | 740 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3000 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |