1980 BMW 725 vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 32 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1980 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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, 2012 Toyota RAV4, 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, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 725 | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 725 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2659 mm |
