2009 BMW 730 vs. 1999 BMW 730
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 119 kg more than 1999 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, 2009 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 1999 BMW 730 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 730 | 730 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1865 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
