1998 BMW 740 vs. 2008 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 10 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 76 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 109 kg more than 1998 BMW 740.
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 @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 740 | 2008 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 740 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 2077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 85 L |
