1998 BMW 740 vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza 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 17 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Venza. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Venza.
Because 1998 BMW 740 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 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza, 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 BMW 740 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 740 | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 740 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 67 L |
