1995 BMW 520 vs. 1989 BMW 730
To start off, 1995 BMW 520 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1995 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 730 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1995 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, 1989 BMW 730 (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 520 | 1989 BMW 730 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 520 | 730 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |