2009 BMW 320 vs. 2005 BMW 740
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (328 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
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, 2005 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2005 BMW 740 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 320 | 740 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |