1998 BMW 740 vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 1998 BMW 740 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Life would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 740 (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 740 weights approximately 1178 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life 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, 1998 BMW 740 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 740 | 1997 Honda Life | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 740 | Life |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2370 mm |
