2005 BMW 730 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 8 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. Both 2005 BMW 730 and 2013 BMW 3 Series are equipped with a 2,979 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 292 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2005 BMW 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 730 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 730 | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1683 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1434 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |