1998 BMW 740 vs. 2000 Porsche RGT
To start off, 2000 Porsche RGT 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) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Porsche RGT. (276 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2000 Porsche RGT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 740 weights approximately 638 kg more than 2000 Porsche RGT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 BMW 740 (440 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche RGT. (376 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche RGT.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 740 | 2000 Porsche RGT | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 740 | RGT |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 276 HP |
Torque | 440 Nm | 376 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2340 mm |