1996 BMW 735 vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2004 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 735. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1996 BMW 735 (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 735 | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 735 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 57 L |
