1998 BMW 740 vs. 2000 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2000 Honda Avancier is newer by 2 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 138 more horse power than 2000 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 740 weights approximately 348 kg more than 2000 Honda Avancier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Avancier 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, 2000 Honda Avancier 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 740 | 2000 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 740 | Avancier |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |
