1979 BMW 732 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 732 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1979 BMW 732. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 732. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 675 kg more than 1979 BMW 732. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 BMW 732. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 732. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 732.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 732 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 732 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.8 : 1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2895 mm |
