1978 BMW 725 vs. 2003 Buick Blackhawk
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 25 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 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1978 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 725.
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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 725. (215 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 725 | 2003 Buick Blackhawk | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 725 | Blackhawk |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 7458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 692 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3280 mm |
