1989 BMW 750 vs. 1999 BMW 318
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 10 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 181 more horse power than 1999 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 750 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1999 BMW 318. 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 318. 1989 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 318 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 | 1999 BMW 318 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 750 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 63 L |
