1992 BMW 740 vs. 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace. (102 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace. 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, 1992 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace. (182 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 740 | 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 740 | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 16 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |