1998 BMW 740 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, both 1998 BMW 740 and 1998 Chevrolet Tracker were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 740 (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 740 weights approximately 738 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker 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 740 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 740 | 1998 Chevrolet Tracker | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 740 | Tracker |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2210 mm |
