1978 AMC Pacer vs. 2012 BMW 750

To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 AMC Pacer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 AMC Pacer would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 702 kg more than 1978 AMC Pacer. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer.

Compare all specifications:

1978 AMC Pacer 2012 BMW 750
Make AMC BMW
Model Pacer 750
Year Released 1978 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4228 cc 4400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 110 HP 400 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 609 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1750 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1368 kg 2070 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 5075 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1902 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1479 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 3070 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 82 L


 

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