1981 BMW 725 vs. 2012 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2012 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 725 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 956 more horse power than 1981 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 725.
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, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1215 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 725 | 2012 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | BMW | Zenvo |
| Model | 725 | ST1 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3055 mm |
