1996 BMW 735 vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 BMW 735. (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
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, 1996 BMW 735 (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 735 | 2007 BMW 530 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 735 | 530 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1490 kg |
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 | 85 L | 70 L |