1992 BMW 730 vs. 1992 Proton Saloon
To start off, both 1992 BMW 730 and 1992 Proton Saloon were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1992 Proton Saloon. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1992 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 730 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1992 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Proton Saloon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Proton Saloon. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 730 | 1992 Proton Saloon | |
Make | BMW | Proton |
Model | 730 | Saloon |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2984 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2390 mm |