2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1999 BMW 730
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 730 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1999 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 730 weights approximately 641 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1999 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Tahoe | 730 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
