1978 BMW 725 vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 31 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, 2009 BMW 320 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 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, 2009 BMW 320 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 725 | 2009 BMW 320 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 725 | 320 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2770 mm |