2009 BMW 740 vs. 1996 BMW 740
To start off, 2009 BMW 740 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 740 (302 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1996 BMW 740. (282 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 740.
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, 1996 BMW 740 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 740 | 1996 BMW 740 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 740 | 740 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 282 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 85 L |
