1998 BMW 740 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 13 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 141 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 740 weights approximately 418 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 740 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 740 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
