2006 BMW 730 vs. 2006 BMW 323
To start off, both 2006 BMW 730 and 2006 BMW 323 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 323.
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 730 (300 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 323. (230 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 323. 2006 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 323 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 730 | 2006 BMW 323 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 730 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2497 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 63 L |
