2006 BMW M3 vs. 1986 BMW 730
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (333 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1986 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 730 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
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 M3 (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 1986 BMW 730 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M3 | 730 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
