2008 BMW 335 vs. 2007 BMW 730
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 BMW 730. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 730 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2008 BMW 335.
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, 2007 BMW 730 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 335 | 2007 BMW 730 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 335 | 730 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |