1986 BMW 735 vs. 1991 Italdesign M12
To start off, 1991 Italdesign M12 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 735 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign M12 (300 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1986 BMW 735. (220 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign M12 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 735.
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, 1991 Italdesign M12 (450 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 735. (315 Nm). This means 1991 Italdesign M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 735 | 1991 Italdesign M12 | |
| Make | BMW | Italdesign |
| Model | 735 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 304 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2600 mm |
