2009 BMW 730 vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Quantum would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 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 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Quantum. 2009 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Quantum has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 730 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 20.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
