1994 BMW 740 vs. 2009 BMW 528
To start off, 2009 BMW 528 is newer by 15 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 52 more horse power than 2009 BMW 528. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 528.
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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 2009 BMW 528 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 740 | 528 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
