1989 BMW 750 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 BMW 750. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 750 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 1989 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 750 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 750 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 64 L |
