1977 BMW 728 vs. 2010 BMW 135
To start off, 2010 BMW 135 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 728 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1977 BMW 728. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 728. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 135 weights approximately 124 kg more than 1977 BMW 728. 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, 2010 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 728. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 728.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 728 | 2010 BMW 135 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 728 | 135 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 53 L |
