1996 BMW 725 vs. 1970 Porsche Tapiro
To start off, 1996 BMW 725 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche Tapiro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche Tapiro would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Porsche Tapiro (220 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 BMW 725. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Porsche Tapiro should accelerate faster than 1996 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 725 | 1970 Porsche Tapiro | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 725 | Tapiro |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2460 mm |
