2008 BMW M5 vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2011 BMW 740. (304 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 BMW M5.
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, 2011 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M5. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M5 | 2011 BMW 740 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M5 | 740 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |