2009 BMW 740 vs. 2008 BMW X3
To start off, 2009 BMW 740 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X3 would be higher. At 3,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 740 (302 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (260 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 740 weights approximately 127 kg more than 2008 BMW X3. 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, 2009 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 740 | 2008 BMW X3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 740 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 67 L |
