2005 BMW 730 vs. 2010 BMW M6
To start off, 2010 BMW M6 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 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M6 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 BMW 730. 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, 2010 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 730. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 730. 2005 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW M6 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 | 2010 BMW M6 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 730 | M6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2781 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |