1987 BMW 750 vs. 1999 Pontiac Rageous
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Rageous is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Rageous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Rageous (312 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1987 BMW 750. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Rageous should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Rageous weights approximately 230 kg more than 1987 BMW 750. 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, 1999 Pontiac Rageous (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 750. (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Rageous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 750. 1987 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1999 Pontiac Rageous has manual transmission. 1999 Pontiac Rageous will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 750 | 1999 Pontiac Rageous | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 750 | Rageous |
Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4986 cc | 5737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 312 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2970 mm |