1978 BMW 730 vs. 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight
To start off, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1978 BMW 730. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 730.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 730. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 730 | 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 730 | Concept Eight |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3170 mm |
