1998 BMW 730 vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 12 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2010 BMW 528.
Because 2010 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 will offer significantly more control. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 730 | 2010 BMW 528 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 730 | 528 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 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 | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
