1994 BMW 735 vs. 1996 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1996 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 735 (208 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1996 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 735 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1996 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 735. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1994 BMW 735 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 735 | 1996 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 735 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2450 mm |
