2009 BMW 650 vs. 2005 BMW 745
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 BMW 745. (328 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 745 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 745. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2005 BMW 745 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 650 | 745 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 4397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |