1994 BMW 740 vs. 2007 BMW 760
To start off, 2007 BMW 760 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 5,971 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1994 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 533 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 760 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 760 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 740 | 760 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |
