1984 BMW 725 vs. 1998 BMW 316
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (103 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316.
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, 1984 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 725 | 1998 BMW 316 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 725 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
