1999 BMW 740 vs. 2001 Toyota Opa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Opa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Opa. (150 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Opa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 805 kg more than 2001 Toyota Opa. 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, 2001 Toyota Opa, 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 (560 Nm) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Opa. (202 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Opa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 2001 Toyota Opa | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 740 | Opa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3899 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2800 mm |
