2006 BMW 530 vs. 2001 BMW 730
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2001 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster 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 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2001 BMW 730 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | 730 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |