1999 BMW 740 vs. 1978 BMW 730
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 730 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 98 more horse power than 1978 BMW 730. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1978 BMW 730. 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, 1999 BMW 740 (419 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 730. (230 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1978 BMW 730 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 740 | 730 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2810 mm |
