2005 BMW 740 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 8 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 BMW 740. (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 44 kg more than 2005 BMW 740. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 740. (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 740 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 740 | 6 series |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |