1992 BMW 740 vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 20 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 166 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. 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 (401 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 740 | 116 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 51 L |
