2001 BMW 740 vs. 2010 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2010 Kia Opirus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 740 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 117 more horse power than 2010 Kia Opirus. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Opirus weights approximately 115 kg more than 2001 BMW 740.
Because 2001 BMW 740 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Opirus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 740 | 2010 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 740 | Opirus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
