1986 BMW 730 vs. 1989 BMW 730
To start off, 1989 BMW 730 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 730 would be higher. Both 1986 BMW 730 and 1989 BMW 730 are equipped with a 2,986 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 730 (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1989 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 730.
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, 1986 BMW 730 (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 730. (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 730 | 1989 BMW 730 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 730 | 730 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2840 mm |