1979 BMW 725 vs. 1958 BMW 502
To start off, 1979 BMW 725 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1958 BMW 502. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 502.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 725 | 1958 BMW 502 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 725 | 502 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2840 mm |
