1998 BMW 740 vs. 2001 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Supra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 740 would be higher. 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 89 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Supra. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 740 weights approximately 1028 kg more than 2001 Toyota Supra. 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 740 (440 Nm) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Supra. (88 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 740 | 2001 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 740 | Supra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
