1979 BMW 728 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 33 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 4,367 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (311 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1979 BMW 728. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 728.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 BMW 728. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (700 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 728. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 728. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1979 BMW 728 has manual transmission. 1979 BMW 728 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 728 | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 728 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 4367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 104 L |
