1999 BMW 740 vs. 2002 Honda Inspire
To start off, 2002 Honda Inspire 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 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 31 more horse power than 2002 Honda Inspire. (252 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Inspire.
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, 2002 Honda Inspire, 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 (419 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Inspire. (401 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Inspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 2002 Honda Inspire | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 740 | Inspire |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
