2006 BMW M3 vs. 1994 BMW 740
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (333 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1994 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
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, 1994 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 1994 BMW 740 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M3 | 740 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2940 mm |
