1998 BMW 740 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 740 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 85 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 740 weights approximately 498 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 740 | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 740 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2520 mm |
