2005 BMW 730 vs. 1993 BMW 856
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 856. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 856 would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 856 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 856 (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 856 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 856 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2005 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, 1993 BMW 856 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 856 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 730. 2005 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1993 BMW 856 has manual transmission. 1993 BMW 856 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 1993 BMW 856 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 730 | 856 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5576 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2690 mm |
