2001 BMW 745 vs. 1978 BMW 725
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 725 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1978 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1978 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 745 | 1978 BMW 725 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 745 | 725 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 71.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2810 mm |