2008 BMW 750 vs. 2006 BMW 545
To start off, 2008 BMW 750 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 545 weights approximately 101 kg more than 2008 BMW 750.
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 750 (488 Nm @ 3499 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 750 | 2006 BMW 545 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 750 | 545 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3499 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 5.9 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 | 1734 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |