1992 BMW 740 vs. 2000 Ford TL-50
To start off, 2000 Ford TL-50 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2000 Ford TL-50. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford TL-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 388 kg more than 2000 Ford TL-50. 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, 2000 Ford TL-50 (570 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 740. (400 Nm). This means 2000 Ford TL-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 2000 Ford TL-50 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 740 | TL-50 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1302 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 37 L |
