1999 BMW 740 vs. 2007 BMW X3
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 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 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 14 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 69 kg more than 1999 BMW 740.
Because 2007 BMW X3 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, 2007 BMW X3 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 2007 BMW X3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 740 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| 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 | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 2104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |
