1978 BMW 725 vs. 1994 Porsche 911
To start off, 1994 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1978 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 725.
Because 1994 Porsche 911 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, 1994 Porsche 911 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, 1994 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 725 | 1994 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 725 | 911 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |