1979 BMW 725 vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 33 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 725.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 725 | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 725 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3090 mm |
