1989 BMW 730 vs. 2010 BMW 128
To start off, 2010 BMW 128 is newer by 21 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1989 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 730 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2010 BMW 128.
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, 2010 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 730. (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 730 | 2010 BMW 128 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 730 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |
