1998 BMW 740 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 15 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 20 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 740 weights approximately 73 kg more than 2013 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 740 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 740 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 73 L |
