1987 BMW 750 vs. 2010 BMW M6
To start off, 2010 BMW M6 is newer by 23 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 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1987 BMW 750. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M6 weights approximately 135 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, 2010 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 750. (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 750. 1987 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW M6 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 | 2010 BMW M6 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 750 | M6 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2781 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |
