1986 BMW 735 vs. 2012 BMW 128
To start off, 2012 BMW 128 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 BMW 735. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 735 weights approximately 101 kg more than 2012 BMW 128.
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, 1986 BMW 735 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 735 | 2012 BMW 128 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 735 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |
