1987 BMW 750 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 16 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 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 422 kg more than 1987 BMW 750.
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, 1987 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 750 | 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 750 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4986 cc | 4807 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2262 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |