1984 BMW 725 vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is newer by 29 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), 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1984 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW 725 | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 725 | ActiveHybrid 3 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
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 | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.2 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |