1989 BMW 730 vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2003 Xedos 9 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2003 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 730 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2003 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 BMW 730 (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 730 | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | BMW | Xedos |
| Model | 730 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
