1998 BMW 740 vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 15 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 39 more horse power than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 97 kg more than 1998 BMW 740.
Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 740 | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 740 | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5255 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1808 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 83 L |