2010 BMW 528 vs. 1996 BMW 730
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 730 weights approximately 156 kg more than 2010 BMW 528.
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, 1996 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 528. 1996 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 528 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 528 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 528 | 1996 BMW 730 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 528 | 730 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1847 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2888 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
