2009 BMW 730 vs. 1979 BMW 633
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 633 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1979 BMW 633. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 633. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1979 BMW 633. 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, 2009 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 633. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 633. 2009 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1979 BMW 633 has manual transmission. 1979 BMW 633 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 1979 BMW 633 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 730 | 633 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
