1966 BMW 1600 vs. 2005 BMW 730
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 904 kg more than 1966 BMW 1600. 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, 2005 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1600. 2005 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1966 BMW 1600 has manual transmission. 1966 BMW 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1600 | 2005 BMW 730 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 1600 | 730 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 88 L |
