2009 BMW 525 vs. 1995 BMW 730
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 14 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1995 BMW 730.
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, 2009 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 730. 1995 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 1995 BMW 730 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | 730 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 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 |
