1987 BMW 750 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 25 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 17 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touareg. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 297 kg more than 1987 BMW 750.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Touareg. (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Touareg. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 750 | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 750 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4986 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 100 L |