2005 BMW 530 vs. 1998 BMW 730
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 7 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 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 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, 2005 BMW 530 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 1998 BMW 730 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | 730 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |