1979 BMW 725 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 725.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 BMW 725. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 725. (215 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 725 | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 725 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3210 mm |
