1978 BMW 725 vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 32 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1978 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 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, 2010 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 725 | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 725 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2761 mm |
