2001 BMW 740 vs. 1992 BMW 540
To start off, 2001 BMW 740 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1992 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 740 weights approximately 61 kg more than 1992 BMW 540. 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, 2001 BMW 740 (410 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 540. (400 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 740 | 1992 BMW 540 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 740 | 540 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
