1996 BMW M3 vs. 1992 BMW 730
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1992 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 730 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1996 BMW M3.
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 M3 (305 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 730. (260 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 1992 BMW 730 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M3 | 730 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
