2006 BMW 120 vs. 2001 BMW 730
To start off, 2006 BMW 120 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 120 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 BMW 730.
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, 2006 BMW 120 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 730. 2001 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 120 | 2001 BMW 730 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 120 | 730 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
