1994 BMW 740 vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 831 kg more than 1994 BMW 740.
Because 2008 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna 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 740 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 740 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3040 mm |
