1978 BMW 730 vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 is newer by 27 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 24 more horse power than 2005 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2005 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1978 BMW 730.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 BMW 730 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 730 | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | BMW | Xedos |
| Model | 730 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
