1999 BMW 740 vs. 2002 BMW 330
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 3 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 41 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2002 BMW 330. 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 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 740 | 2002 BMW 330 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 740 | 330 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3899 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2690 mm |