1999 BMW 740 vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 8 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 68 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2007 BMW 530. 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, 2007 BMW 530 (500 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 740. (419 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 740. 2007 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 740 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 740 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 2007 BMW 530 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 740 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2890 mm |
