1990 BMW 730 vs. 2007 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2007 Jeep Compass is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Compass. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Compass weights approximately 10 kg more than 1990 BMW 730.
Because 2007 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Compass will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Jeep Compass (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 730 | 2007 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 730 | Compass |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |
