1998 BMW 730 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator
To start off, both 1998 BMW 730 and 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1998 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator.
Because 1998 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Intimidator (380 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 730. 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 730 | 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 730 | Intimidator |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |
