2009 BMW 740 vs. 2009 BMW 630

To start off, both 2009 BMW 740 and 2009 BMW 630 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 34 more horse power than 2009 BMW 630. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 740 weights approximately 377 kg more than 2009 BMW 630. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 630. (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 630.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 740 2009 BMW 630
Make BMW BMW
Model 740 630
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan Coupe
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 268 HP
Torque 390 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.9 seconds 6.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1985 kg 1608 kg
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 7.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 70 L


 

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