1994 BMW M3 vs. 2006 BMW 730
To start off, 2006 BMW 730 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 BMW 730. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 730 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1994 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, 2006 BMW 730 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M3. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M3 | 2006 BMW 730 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M3 | 730 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 88 L |
