2006 BMW 745 vs. 2008 BMW 740
To start off, 2008 BMW 740 is newer by 2 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 70 more horse power than 2008 BMW 740. (255 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 BMW 740. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 740. (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 745 | 2008 BMW 740 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 745 | 740 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4423 cc | 3901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 88 L |