1992 BMW 740 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 21 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1992 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 487 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 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 740 | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
