2008 BMW M5 vs. 1995 BMW 730
To start off, 2008 BMW M5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 730 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1995 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M5 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1995 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M5 | 1995 BMW 730 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M5 | 730 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
