1978 BMW 725 vs. 2002 Toyota Allion

To start off, 2002 Toyota Allion is newer by 24 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 21 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Allion. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Allion.

Because 2002 Toyota Allion 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, 2002 Toyota Allion 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Allion. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Allion.

Compare all specifications:

1978 BMW 725 2002 Toyota Allion
Make BMW Toyota
Model 725 Allion
Year Released 1978 2002
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2495 cc 1795 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 215 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.1 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.6 mm 91.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2710 mm


 

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