2011 BMW 750 vs. 2005 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 520 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2005 BMW 520. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2005 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 will offer significantly more control. 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 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 520. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW 750 | 2005 BMW 520 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 750 | 520 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 609 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5075 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3071 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |