2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1999 BMW 740
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4.
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, 1999 BMW 740 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4. 1999 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1999 BMW 740 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Z4 | 740 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 3899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2940 mm |
