2006 BMW 745 vs. 1972 BMW Turbo
To start off, 2006 BMW 745 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 1131 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. 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 745 (700 Nm) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo. 2006 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1972 BMW Turbo has manual transmission. 1972 BMW Turbo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 745 | 1972 BMW Turbo | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 745 | Turbo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
