1978 BMW 725 vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 35 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, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 725.
Because 2013 GMC Terrain is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 BMW 725. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain 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, 2013 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 725 | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 725 | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2857 mm |
