2002 BMW 740 vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2002 BMW 740. (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 399 kg more than 2002 BMW 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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 X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 740. (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 740 | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 740 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 85 L |
