1994 BMW 730 vs. 2001 BMW M3
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1994 BMW 730. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 730 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 BMW M3.
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, 2001 BMW M3 (330 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 730. (310 Nm). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 730 | 2001 BMW M3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 730 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |
