2002 Bentley State Limousine vs. 1998 BMW 740
To start off, 2002 Bentley State Limousine is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 740 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley State Limousine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (400 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1998 BMW 740. (286 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley State Limousine should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley State Limousine weights approximately 1422 kg more than 1998 BMW 740. 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, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 740. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley State Limousine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bentley State Limousine | 1998 BMW 740 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | State Limousine | 740 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3390 kg | 1968 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6230 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3850 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 95 L |