2008 BMW 730 vs. 2001 BMW 745
To start off, 2008 BMW 730 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 BMW 730. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 BMW 730. 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, 2008 BMW 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 745. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 730 | 2001 BMW 745 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 730 | 745 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 6.3 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 | 1900 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 88 L |
