2005 BMW 730 vs. 2008 BMW 535
To start off, 2008 BMW 535 is newer by 3 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), 2008 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2008 BMW 535.
Because 2008 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 BMW 535 (408 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 2008 BMW 535 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 730 | 535 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| 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 | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
