1999 BMW 740 vs. 1999 Toyota XYR
To start off, both 1999 BMW 740 and 1999 Toyota XYR 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 103 more horse power than 1999 Toyota XYR. (180 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota XYR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1999 Toyota XYR. 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 Toyota XYR, 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota XYR. (175 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota XYR. 1999 Toyota XYR has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 740 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 740 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota XYR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 740 | 1999 Toyota XYR | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 740 | XYR |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 175 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2680 mm |