1999 BMW 740 vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 4 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 195 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 1245 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life 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, 2003 Honda Life 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 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life. 1999 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Life 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 | 2003 Honda Life | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 740 | Life |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3899 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2370 mm |