1989 BMW 750 vs. 1999 BMW 730
To start off, 1999 BMW 730 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 105 more horse power than 1999 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 750 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1999 BMW 730. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 750 | 1999 BMW 730 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 750 | 730 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 90 L |
