2005 BMW 320 vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 730 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2005 BMW 320. 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, 2012 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 320 | 2012 BMW 730 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 320 | 730 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |