1978 BMW 725 vs. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1978 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 725.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 725 | 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 725 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2890 mm |