1999 BMW 740 vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, both 1999 BMW 740 and 1999 Suzuki Baleno 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 213 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. 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 Suzuki Baleno, 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (171 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 740 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 171 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 | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2490 mm |
