1992 BMW 740 vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 18 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 100 more horse power than 2010 BMW Z4. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2010 BMW Z4. 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, 1992 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW Z4. (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 740 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
