1992 BMW 740 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,920 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1992 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 952 kg more than 1992 BMW 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 740 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4920 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
