2009 BMW 523 vs. 1994 BMW 730
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 730 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 730 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2009 BMW 523. 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, 1994 BMW 730 (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 523 | 1994 BMW 730 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 523 | 730 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
