2002 Bentley State Limousine vs. 1983 BMW 725
To start off, 2002 Bentley State Limousine is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 725 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley State Limousine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (400 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1983 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley State Limousine should accelerate faster than 1983 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, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 620 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley State Limousine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bentley State Limousine | 1983 BMW 725 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | State Limousine | 725 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6230 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3850 mm | 2810 mm |