2008 BMW 525 vs. 1997 BMW 730
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 730 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
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, 1997 BMW 730 (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1997 BMW 730 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | 730 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2792 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
