1998 BMW 728 vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 728 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 728 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 728 (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 2005 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 728 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 728 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 728 | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | BMW | Xedos |
| Model | 728 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2760 mm |
