1996 BMW 725 vs. 1974 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1996 BMW 725 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 725 (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1974 Vauxhall Victor. (109 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1974 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 725 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1974 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 1974 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 725 | Victor |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2680 mm |
