1978 BMW 730 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 24 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 BMW 730. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 719 kg more than 1978 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 730. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 730. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1978 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1978 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 730 | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 730 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
