1993 BMW 520 vs. 2006 BMW 730
To start off, 2006 BMW 730 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1993 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 730 weights approximately 332 kg more than 1993 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 520 | 2006 BMW 730 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 520 | 730 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
