1999 BMW 740 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 13 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 594 kg more than 1999 BMW 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (497 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 740. (419 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 740. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe 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. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 740 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2946 mm |
