1998 BMW 740 vs. 2011 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 13 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 16 more horse power than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 187 kg more than 1998 BMW 740.
Because 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2011 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 740 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 740 | 2011 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 740 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 87 L |
