2005 BMW 730 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 5 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. 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, 2005 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 730 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 730 | 118 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.5 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 51 L |