2005 BMW 730 vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2005 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 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 | 2007 BMW 328 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 730 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 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 | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 61 L |
