2010 Toyota Sienna vs. 1998 BMW 730
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sienna is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1998 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 150 kg more than 1998 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 BMW 730 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 1998 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2010 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Toyota Sienna | 1998 BMW 730 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Sienna | 730 |
Year Released | 2010 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5105 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1966 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |