1998 BMW 740 vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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 53 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Tundra. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 740 weights approximately 894 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tundra. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tundra. (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tundra.

Compare all specifications:

1998 BMW 740 2011 Toyota Tundra
Make BMW Toyota
Model 740 Tundra
Year Released 1998 2011
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 3998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 286 HP 233 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 266 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1968 kg 1074 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 50 L


 

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