1994 BMW 740 vs. 2007 BMW M
To start off, 2007 BMW M 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1994 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 2007 BMW M | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 740 | M |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
