2000 BMW 730 vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 520.
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, 2011 BMW 520 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 730. 2011 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 730 | 2011 BMW 520 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 730 | 520 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |