1992 BMW 740 vs. 2007 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey is newer by 15 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 38 more horse power than 2007 Honda Odyssey. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 412 kg more than 2007 Honda Odyssey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey 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, 1992 BMW 740 (401 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 2007 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 740 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 79 L |
