1979 BMW 728 vs. 2002 Eagle Talon
To start off, 2002 Eagle Talon is newer by 23 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, 2002 Eagle Talon (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 BMW 728. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 728. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 728 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 Eagle Talon.
Because 1979 BMW 728 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 BMW 728. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Eagle Talon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 728. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 728.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 728 | 2002 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | BMW | Eagle |
| Model | 728 | Talon |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
