1999 BMW 740 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 14 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 BMW 740.
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, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide (601 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 740. (419 Nm). This means 2013 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 740. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide 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. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 2013 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
| Model | 740 | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2989 mm |
