1994 BMW 740 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 17 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 107 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 167 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. 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, 1994 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 740 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
