1998 BMW 730 vs. 2008 BMW 116
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 10 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2008 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 730 | 2008 BMW 116 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 730 | 116 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
