1999 BMW 740 vs. 1999 Honda HR-V
To start off, both 1999 BMW 740 and 1999 Honda HR-V were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 179 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1999 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V 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, 1999 BMW 740 (419 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1999 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 740 | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2360 mm |
