1986 BMW 730 vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1986 BMW 730. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 423 kg more than 1986 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 730. (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 730. 2011 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1986 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1986 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 BMW 730 | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 730 | Sienna |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2023 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3030 mm |