1999 BMW 740 vs. 2001 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 740 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 153 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 785 kg more than 2001 Honda Mobilio. 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, 2001 Honda Mobilio, 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 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 2001 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 740 | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3899 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2750 mm |
