1996 BMW 740 vs. 2010 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 14 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, 1996 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 210 kg more than 1996 BMW 740.
Because 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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, 1996 BMW 740 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Terracan. (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 740 | 2010 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 740 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 154 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 | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |
