1983 BMW 725 vs. 1985 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1985 Ford Telstar is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1985 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Telstar.
Because 1983 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 1983 BMW 725. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Telstar, 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, 1983 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 725 | 1985 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 725 | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
