1996 BMW 725 vs. 1971 Buick GS
To start off, 1996 BMW 725 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 BMW 725. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 725. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 725 weights approximately 153 kg more than 1971 Buick GS.
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, 1971 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 725. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 725 | 1971 Buick GS | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 725 | GS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
