1995 BMW 730 vs. 2006 BMW 118
To start off, 2006 BMW 118 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 118 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1995 BMW 730.
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, 1995 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 730 | 2006 BMW 118 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 730 | 118 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |