2005 BMW 730 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 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. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 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 36 kg more than 2013 BMW 6 series.
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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 730. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 730 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 730 | 6 series |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |