1992 BMW 740 vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 13 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 (401 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 740 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 60 L |
