1997 BMW 730 vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1997 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 730 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2010 BMW 535.
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, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 730. (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 730 | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 730 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
