1999 BMW 740 vs. 1964 Porsche 904
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1964 Porsche 904. (177 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1964 Porsche 904. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 1246 kg more than 1964 Porsche 904. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1964 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 740 | 904 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2310 mm |
