1987 BMW 750 vs. 2007 BMW 650
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 20 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, 2007 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1987 BMW 750. (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2007 BMW 650.
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, 2007 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 750. (450 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 750. 2007 BMW 650 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. 2007 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 2007 BMW 650 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 750 | 650 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 4798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |
