1999 BMW 740 vs. 1999 Fiat Siena
To start off, both 1999 BMW 740 and 1999 Fiat Siena were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Siena. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1999 Fiat Siena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Siena, 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, 1999 BMW 740 (419 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Siena. (200 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1999 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 740 | Siena |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1910 cc |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1300 kg |
