2005 BMW 750 vs. 1999 BMW 740
To start off, 2005 BMW 750 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 BMW 750.
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, 1999 BMW 740 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 750. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 750 | 1999 BMW 740 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 750 | 740 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2940 mm |