1994 BMW 740 vs. 1998 BMW 730
To start off, 1998 BMW 730 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1998 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 53 kg more than 1994 BMW 740.
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, 1994 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 740 | 1998 BMW 730 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 740 | 730 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |