1994 BMW 740 vs. 2012 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2012 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 18 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1994 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 947 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, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 740 | 2012 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | 740 | Navigator |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 2639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1989 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |