1984 BMW 725 vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 23 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1984 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1984 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, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 725 | 2007 BMW 335 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 725 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2770 mm |
