1979 BMW 728 vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 31 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, 2010 BMW Z4 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 BMW 728. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 728. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1979 BMW 728. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 BMW Z4 (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 728. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 728.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 728 | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 728 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
