1984 BMW 725 vs. 2007 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz.
Because 1984 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 1984 BMW 725. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz, 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, 1984 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 725 | 2007 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 725 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1337 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| 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 | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
