2005 BMW 530 vs. 2007 BMW 730
To start off, 2007 BMW 730 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 730 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 730 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 BMW 530. 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 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2007 BMW 730 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | 730 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |