2006 BMW 745 vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 745 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 110 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2007 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 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530. 2006 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 530 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 | 2007 BMW 530 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 745 | 530 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
