1998 BMW 729 vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 14 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1998 BMW 729. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 729. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 325 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.
Because 2012 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 729. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1998 BMW 729 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota 4Runner. (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 729 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 729 | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 729 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1885 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2789 mm |