1994 BMW 740 vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1994 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 438 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150.
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, 1999 Ford F-150 (597 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 740. (400 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 740 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
