1978 BMW 730 vs. 2001 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2001 Mahindra Commander is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 730 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW 730 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2001 Mahindra Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mahindra Commander 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, 1978 BMW 730 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 730 | 2001 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | BMW | Mahindra |
| Model | 730 | Commander |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2690 mm |
