2002 BMW 740 vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 11 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 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 740 (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2013 BMW X1. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 740 weights approximately 326 kg more than 2013 BMW X1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X1 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, 2013 BMW X1 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, 2002 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X1. (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 740 | 2013 BMW X1 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 740 | X1 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4484 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2044 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 63 L |
