2011 BMW 740 vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2005 BMW 525. 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, 2011 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW 740 | 2005 BMW 525 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 740 | 525 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5215 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3211 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |