1998 BMW 729 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 729. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 729 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 729 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 729 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 729 should accelerate faster than 2005 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 729 weights approximately 245 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 729 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 729 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 729 | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | BMW | Xedos |
| Model | 729 | 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 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2760 mm |
