2005 BMW 740 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (328 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. 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, 2005 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. 2005 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1998 Volkswagen Microbus has manual transmission. 1998 Volkswagen Microbus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 1998 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 740 | Microbus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2470 mm |
