1999 BMW 7 Series vs. 1999 BMW 5 Series
In comparing the 1999 BMW 7 Series's and the 1999 BMW 5 Series's specifications and ratings, the 1999 BMW 7 Series has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 1999 BMW 5 Series has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 1999 BMW 7 Series's and the 1999 BMW 5 Series's specifications and ratings, the 1999 BMW 5 Series is a better car than the 1999 BMW 7 Series.
1999 BMW 7 Series vs. 1999 BMW 5 Series Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 1999 BMW 7 Series loses 61.5 percent of its value and the 1999 BMW 5 Series loses 59.1 percent of its value. This means the 1999 BMW 5 Series retains 2.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 1999 BMW 7 Series.
1999 BMW 7 Series vs. 1999 BMW 5 Series Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW 7 Series is 7.5 out of 10 while the BMW 5 Series' quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the BMW 7 Series being ranked 11 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars and the BMW 5 Series being ranked 13 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars.
1999 BMW 7 Series vs. 1999 BMW 5 Series Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW 7 Series is 8.1 out of 10. For the BMW 5 Series the reliability rating is 8.3 out of 10. This gives the BMW 5 Series a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW 7 Series.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1999 BMW 7 Series’s base engine makes 282 horsepower, and the 1999 BMW 5 Series base engine makes 193 horsepower. The 7 Series is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 484 miles. The 5 Series is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 468 miles.This gives the 1999 BMW 5 Series the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 1999 BMW 7 Series the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.614739
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
1321 - 8212
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.59095
BMW 7 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.473464 / 10
Reliability:
8.146927 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW 5 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.444269 / 10
Reliability:
8.332809 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW 7 Series Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 24Ranking
7 out of / 24Ranking
7 out of / 24Ranking
7 out of / 11Ranking
7 out of / 11Ranking
9 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 24Ranking
23 out of / 24BMW 5 Series Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 11Ranking
5 out of / 7Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 20Ranking
12 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
18 out of / 29Ranking
24 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
1999 BMW 7 Series Trim Levels
740i, 740iL, 750iL
1999 BMW 5 Series Trim Levels
528i, 540i
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
282 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
324 foot-lbs @ 3600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
193 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
206 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 22 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
330 / 484 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
324 / 468 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4255 lbs
Width:
73.3 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
196.2 inches
Wheelbase:
115.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3495 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
188 inches
Wheelbase:
111.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available