1996 BMW 725 vs. 2011 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2011 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 725 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 7 more horse power than 2011 Brilliance BS4. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 2011 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 725 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2011 Brilliance BS4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 725 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 BMW 725. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Brilliance BS4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 BMW 725 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 725 | 2011 Brilliance BS4 | |
| Make | BMW | Brilliance |
| Model | 725 | BS4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2800 mm |
