1986 BMW 735 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 735 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1986 BMW 735. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 735.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 735. (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 735 | 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 735 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
