1980 BMW 725 vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1980 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW 725.
Because 1980 BMW 725 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 1980 BMW 725. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod, 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 725. (215 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 725 | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 725 | Pod |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |
