1989 BMW 750 vs. 2001 BMW M
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 12 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, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 BMW 750. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 750 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M. 1989 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW M has manual transmission. 2001 BMW M 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 | 2001 BMW M | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 750 | M |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 51 L |
