2005 BMW 520 vs. 1998 BMW 740
To start off, 2005 BMW 520 is newer by 7 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 740 (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 BMW 520. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 740 weights approximately 298 kg more than 2005 BMW 520. 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, 1998 BMW 740 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 520 | 1998 BMW 740 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 520 | 740 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1968 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
