1996 BMW 740 vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2005 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (451 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1996 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 485 kg more than 1996 BMW 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (624 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 740. (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 740 | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 740 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |
