2009 BMW 740 vs. 1993 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2009 BMW 740 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 3,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 740 (302 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Cressida. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 740 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1993 Toyota Cressida. 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, 2009 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Cressida. (279 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 740 | 1993 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 740 | Cressida |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3998 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 390 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2740 mm |