1989 BMW 750 vs. 1996 BMW 523
To start off, 1996 BMW 523 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 750 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1996 BMW 523. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 750 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1996 BMW 523. 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, 1989 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 523. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 523. 1989 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 523 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 523 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 750 | 1996 BMW 523 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 750 | 523 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |
