1999 BMW 740 vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 14 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 62 more horse power than 2013 GMC Terrain. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 212 kg more than 2013 GMC Terrain. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Terrain is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 740 | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 740 | Terrain |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3899 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1823 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2857 mm |