2005 BMW 730 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. 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, 2007 BMW 330 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 730. 2005 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 330 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 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 730 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 63 L |
