1962 BMW 1500 vs. 2006 BMW 730
To start off, 2006 BMW 730 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 730 weights approximately 932 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500. 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, 2006 BMW 730 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 1500 | 2006 BMW 730 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 1500 | 730 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3000 mm |