2005 BMW 730 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Because 2005 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 730 | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
