1998 BMW 729 vs. 2011 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2011 GMC Envoy is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 729. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 729 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1998 BMW 729. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 729. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Envoy weights approximately 605 kg more than 1998 BMW 729. 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, 1998 BMW 729 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 729 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 729 | 2011 GMC Envoy | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 729 | Envoy |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4161 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2880 mm |