1996 BMW 528 vs. 2008 BMW 730
To start off, 2008 BMW 730 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1996 BMW 528. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 730 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1996 BMW 528. 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, 2008 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 528. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 528 | 2008 BMW 730 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 528 | 730 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
