1994 BMW 740 vs. 2007 BMW 750
To start off, 2007 BMW 750 is newer by 13 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1994 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 750 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1994 BMW 740. 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, 2007 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 2007 BMW 750 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 740 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3130 mm |
