1994 BMW 735 vs. 2005 BMW 530
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (227 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1994 BMW 735. (208 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 735 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2005 BMW 530.
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, 1994 BMW 735 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1994 BMW 735 has manual transmission. 1994 BMW 735 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 735 | 2005 BMW 530 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 735 | 530 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2900 mm |