1978 BMW 730 vs. 1994 Xedos 6
To start off, 1994 Xedos 6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 730 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1994 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1994 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW 730 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1994 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Xedos 6, 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, 1978 BMW 730 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Xedos 6. 1994 Xedos 6 has automatic transmission and 1978 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1978 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 730 | 1994 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | BMW | Xedos |
| Model | 730 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
