1999 BMW 740 vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 13 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1999 BMW 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 740. (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 740 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3899 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2933 mm |
