1995 BMW 730 vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 14 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1995 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster 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, 2009 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 730. 2009 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 730 | 2009 BMW 530 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 730 | 530 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |