2008 BMW 730 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 BMW 730. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 730 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
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, 2008 BMW 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 730 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 730 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
