2009 BMW 730 vs. 2012 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 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 108 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 429 kg more than 2012 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 2012 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 730 | Prius |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
