2007 BMW 330 vs. 1994 BMW 740
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 13 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, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. 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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1994 BMW 740 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 740 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |
