1999 BMW M5 vs. 1986 BMW 730
To start off, 1999 BMW M5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 730 would be higher. At 4,900 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M5 (401 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1986 BMW 730. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M5 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1986 BMW 730. 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, 1999 BMW M5 (499 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 730. (275 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M5 | 1986 BMW 730 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M5 | 730 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4900 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
