1978 BMW 725 vs. 1986 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1986 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Blizzard.
Because 1986 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 BMW 725. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 725 | 1986 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 725 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2210 mm |
