2006 BMW 745 vs. 2009 BMW 735
To start off, 2009 BMW 735 is newer by 3 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) has 57 more horse power than 2009 BMW 735. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 BMW 735. 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 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 735. (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 745 | 2009 BMW 735 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 745 | 735 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 7.5 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 | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 88 L |
