2008 BMW 650 vs. 2001 BMW 745
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2001 BMW 745. (284 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 BMW 650.
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, 2008 BMW 650 (488 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 745. (390 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 745. 2001 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 650 | 2001 BMW 745 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 650 | 745 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
