1999 BMW 740 vs. 1994 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 3,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1994 Ford Aspire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 740 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Aspire, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aspire. 1999 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Aspire has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Aspire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1994 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 740 | Aspire |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3899 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2310 mm |
