1996 BMW 730 vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 730 weights approximately 446 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 730 | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 730 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
