1987 BMW 750 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 18 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 627 kg more than 1987 BMW 750.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 BMW 750 (450 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (447 Nm). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1987 BMW 750 has manual transmission. 1987 BMW 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 750 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 5325 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 117 L |
