1996 BMW 740 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 13 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 740 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2009 BMW 335.
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, 1996 BMW 740 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 1996 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 740 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 740 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
