1987 BMW 750 vs. 2008 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2008 Dodge Avenger is newer by 21 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 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Avenger.
Because 1987 BMW 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Avenger, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 2008 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 750 | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
