1978 BMW 730 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 26 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 10 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW 730 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (252 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 730. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 730 | 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 730 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
