1978 BMW 725 vs. 2007 Ford Territory
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 29 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 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1978 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory 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, 2007 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 725 | 2007 Ford Territory | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 725 | Territory |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3984 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |