1998 BMW 730 vs. 2005 BMW 535
To start off, 2005 BMW 535 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1998 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 BMW 535 (345 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 730. 2005 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 730 | 2005 BMW 535 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 730 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
