2005 BMW 730 vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 7 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2012 BMW 640.
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, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 730. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 730 | 2012 BMW 640 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 730 | 640 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5007 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |