1979 BMW 728 vs. 1996 BMW 523
To start off, 1996 BMW 523 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 728 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 728 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 728 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 BMW 523. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 523 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1979 BMW 728.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW 523 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 728. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 728.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 728 | 1996 BMW 523 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 728 | 523 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |